Castor Oil
Pale yellow, viscous oily liquid · CAS 8001-79-4
Overview
Castor Oil (CAS 8001-79-4) is one of the industrial minerals, oils & resins products Suraj Chemicals supplies to industrial, institutional and manufacturing buyers across India from our Chennai base. It is commonly used for feedstock for soaps, lubricants and hydraulic fluids; raw material for polyurethane resins and alkyd coatings; base for sulphonated/turkey-red oil in textile processing, among other applications in the industrial minerals, oils & resins category. We pack Castor Oil in drums as per order quantity, and can arrange bulk, drum or tanker quantities for larger requirements — full characteristics, applications and downloadable documentation are below, or you can request a quote directly.
Specification Sheet — Characteristics
Download Specification Sheet (PDF)| Characteristics | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Acid Value | 2.0 mg KOH/g Max |
| Iodine Value | 82 – 90 |
| Saponification Value | 176 – 187 mg KOH/g |
| Specific Gravity (25°C) | 0.955 – 0.965 |
| Moisture | 0.3% Max |
Values above are well-established typical/standard specification properties for this product, compiled from published technical references — not a batch-specific lab report. Figures can vary batch to batch — request a current certificate of analysis with your order.
Applications
- Feedstock for soaps, lubricants and hydraulic fluids
- Raw material for polyurethane resins and alkyd coatings
- Base for sulphonated/Turkey-red oil in textile processing
- Cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castor Oil?
Castor Oil is supplied by Suraj Chemicals as pale yellow, viscous oily liquid, identified by CAS number 8001-79-4. It falls under our Industrial Minerals, Oils & Resins range — see the Specification Sheet table above for its full characteristics.
What is Castor Oil used for?
Typical applications include: Feedstock for soaps, lubricants and hydraulic fluids; Raw material for polyurethane resins and alkyd coatings; Base for sulphonated/Turkey-red oil in textile processing; Cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations.
How should Castor Oil be stored and handled?
Store in a cool, dry place away from strong oxidisers. Combustible oil — standard liquid-oil storage precautions apply.
What packaging and pack sizes does Suraj Chemicals supply Castor Oil in?
Drums as per order quantity. Contact us if you need a different pack size, or a bulk/tanker quantity.
What is the shelf life of Castor Oil?
Typically 3–6 months from date of manufacture when stored sealed, in a cool place away from direct sunlight and heat. Active content in hypochlorite / oxidising products declines gradually over time, so this is one to watch closely. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.
Is Castor Oil hazardous to handle?
Yes — Castor Oil is combustible and should be kept away from heat and ignition sources. Follow the storage and handling guidance above, use appropriate PPE, and download the Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) in the sidebar above for full GHS hazard, handling and PPE details.
Is a Specification Sheet, TDS or MSDS available for Castor Oil?
Yes — a downloadable Specification Sheet (PDF) with full characteristics and specifications is available above, and a downloadable Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) for Castor Oil is also available above.
Can I get a sample or discuss order quantity for Castor Oil?
Yes — use the Request Price & Availability button or WhatsApp us with your required quantity, and our team will confirm pricing, minimum order quantity, sample availability and delivery timelines for Castor Oil.