CASTOR OIL

Castor Oil Cold Pressed and Injectable Grade (IP, BP, USP Grade):
It is obtained from the bean of the castor plant called Ricinus Communis. Historically, it was used to stimulate labor in ancient Egypt. A survey conducted in 1999 stated that 93% of United States midwives were using castor oil to induce labor.

Know Specification of the Oil:

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
Product	CASTOR OIL
Botanical Name	Ricinus communis
Family	Spurge family (Euphorbiaceae)
Part of the plant used	Seed
Molecular formula	C57H104O9
Molecular weight	933.4 g/mol
CAS NO.	8001-79-4
HSN CODE	15162031
EINECS Number	232-293-8
Appearance	Viscid liquid
Color	Slightly yellow viscous hygroscopic liquid
Odor	Slight, taste at first bland but afterward slightly acrid
Light Absorption	Absorbance f 1.0%w/v solution in ethanol (95%)
	at the maximum of about 269 nm, NMT 1.0
Solubility	Slightly soluble in light petroleum, miscible with ethanol (96%) & with glacial acetic acid
PHYSIO-CHEMICAL PROPERTIES-
Optical rotation	(+1.5) to (+9.0)
Refractive Index	Between 0.9851 to 1.6541
Weight per ml	0.876 - 0.987
Foreign fatty acid	As per standard
Acid value	NMT 2.0
Hydroxyl value	NLT 150
Iodine value	72 - 110
Peroxide value	NMT 5.0
Saponification value	165 - 198
Acetyl value	NLT 143
Storage	In well-filled, well-closed, light-resistant containers at
	temperature not exceeding 15 C.

Castor Oil Industrial Benefits:

Antiviral and antimicrobial properties (Other Essential oil for Antimicrobial Properties) of castor oil make it popular in treating skin problems like dermatosis and fungal infections. it is very commonly used as a laxative. Many people use castor oil for hair growth.

EXTRACTION (How to Make?):
Castor oil BP/ USP Grade is extracted by cold pressed method from the seeds of the castor plant.

KNOW ORIGIN:
Castor is found in the Mediterranean basin, Eastern Africa & India.
It is widespread throughout tropical regions.

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
The caster plant needs a temperature of approx. 20 degrees Celsius for better growth.
It can reach up to 3 to 4 Meters in height, its growth is affected by frost & so this plant remains short.
The cooler climate is a suitable factor for the growth of Castor oil.
It is a decorative plant found in parks and other public areas.

11 SURPRISING BENEFITS AND USES IN PHARMA, COSMETICS, AND FOODS:
Pharma Uses:

1. Castor oil BP Grade has many pharma uses.
2. It is very effective in healing the body; It is used by people suffering from constipation.
3. Pure and natural castor oil is used against irritable bowel syndrome.
4. It is used for the treatment of various skin conditions like tumors, cancer, cysts, and many others.
5. Castor oil is used as an insecticide and fungicide.
6. The oil helps in delaying the symptoms of bloody diarrhea, abdominal pain, mouth and soar sensation.

Cosmetics Uses:

1. Castor oil can be applied to the scalp to induce hair growth.
2. It is fatty vegetable oil and its ingredients can be used for cosmetics products like lipstick, eyeliner, Deodorant, Soap, and perfumes.
3. Castor oil BP Grade can be applied to eyelashes, and eyebrows to promote hair growth.

Food and Flavoring Uses:

1. Virgin Castor Oil is used in food and flavoring.
2. It works as a food additive and flavoring agent.

ABSTRACT OF THE OIL:
The chemical constituents of Castor oil are Ricinoleic acid, Palmitic acid, dihydroxy stearic acid, stearic acid alpha-linoleic acid, and oleic acid.

CONCOCTION OF THE OIL:
Indian Castor oil easily blends with other essential oils and is useful in the treatment of various diseases. It blends with other carrier oils.

SAFETY MEASURE:
Eye Contact:
If castor oil comes in contact with the eye, wash the eye with plenty of water for 15 minutes if serious condition then call a doctor immediately.
Skin Contact:
Remove contaminated clothes if castor oil comes in contact with the skin. Wash thoroughly with fresh water for at least 15 minutes. Contact a doctor immediately if irritations persist.
Inhalation:
If Castor oil is inhaled in high concentration. Take the person to fresh air, if serious condition then call the physician immediately

STORAGE & HANDLING:

• While handling do not drink and smoke.
• Do not leave the drum empty as an empty drum.
• Maintain proper cleanliness and hygiene.
• Keep the drum in a cool and dark place temperature below 25 °

TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:

• Indian Castor oil should be avoided by pregnant women.
• It can cause contraction; if a person is hypersensitive to castor oil then the use of castor oil should be avoided. Children up to age 6 should not use castor oil. It may cause skin irritation.

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