Castor Oil by Indian Stalwart Global Sourcing Company is a premium quality, versatile vegetable oil derived from the seeds of Ricinus communis, suitable for diverse health, beauty, and industrial uses. Extracted through pressing or solvent methods, this oil contains 40-60% ricinoleic acid, making it ideal for applications ranging from FDA-approved laxative use to moisturizing and hair care products, as well as being a key ingredient in industrial lubricants, paints, plastics, soaps, and textiles. Our castor oil delivers excellent viscosity and stability, essential for lubricant additives to enhance properties such as oxidation resistance, corrosion inhibition, and cold temperature flow. With a minimum order quantity of just 1 liter, Indian Stalwart ensures factory-direct access to authentic, high-purity castor oil sourced primarily from India and Brazil, tailored to meet your business needs efficiently and cost-effectively.
Key Features
| Features | Description |
|---|---|
| Source | Seeds of Ricinus communis plant |
| Oil Content | 40-60% ricinoleic acid |
| Extraction Method | Pressed or solvent-extracted seeds |
| Applications | Health laxative, beauty cosmetics, industrial lubricants |
| Health Approval | FDA-approved laxative for short-term constipation relief |
| Beauty Use | Skin and hair moisturizer and scalp treatment |
| Industrial Uses | Lubricants, paints, plastics, soaps, textiles |
| Additive Functions | Enhances oxidation resistance, corrosion inhibition, viscosity stability |
| MOQ | 1 Liter |
| Geographical Source | Primarily India and Brazil |
| Attributes | Description |
|---|---|
| Botanical Source | Ricinus communis |
| Key Fatty Acid | Ricinoleic acid (40-60%) |
| Physical State | Viscous liquid at room temperature |
| Color | Light amber to golden |
| Odor | Characteristic mild odor |
| Purity | High-purity grade suitable for food, cosmetic and industrial use |
| Storage Conditions | Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight |
| Packaging | Available in bulk liters as per buyer requirement |
| Shelf Life | Typically 12-24 months if stored properly |
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The castor oil contains 40-60% ricinoleic acid, which is responsible for its unique properties.
Yes, this castor oil is high purity and versatile, suitable for FDA-approved laxative use, cosmetic formulations, and industrial applications including lubricants and paints.
The minimum order quantity (MOQ) is 1 liter, allowing for flexible procurement according to business needs.
The oil is extracted through pressing or solvent-extraction methods from the seeds of the Ricinus communis plant.
Yes, it is used extensively in lubricant additives to enhance properties like oxidation resistance, corrosion inhibition, and viscosity stability.
Country Of Origin: India
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Castor oil is a versatile vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the Ricinus communis plant. It's widely used in health, beauty, and industrial applications.
Production :
Castor oil comes from pressing or solvent-extracting seeds that contain 40-60% oil, mainly ricinoleic acid. India and Brazil produce most of the world's supply.
Health Uses :
The FDA approves castor oil solely as a laxative for short-term constipation relief, where ricinoleic acid stimulates intestinal muscles. Other potential benefits, like wound healing or anti-inflammation, lack strong evidence and require caution.
Beauty Applications :
Its fatty acids moisturize skin and hair; people apply it diluted for hydration, scalp balance, or growth, though it may irritate sensitive skin. It's common in cosmetics and hair oils.
Industrial Roles :
Castor oil serves as a lubricant in engines (like racing or jets), and in paints, plastics, soaps, and textiles due to its viscosity and stability.
Lubricant additives are chemical compounds added to base oils to improve performance, typically comprising 0.1-30% of the formulation.
Core Functions :
Additives serve three primary roles in enhancing, suppressing, or imparting properties to base oils.
Enhance properties: Antioxidants prevent oxidation by neutralizing free radicals, extending oil life; corrosion inhibitors form protective films on metal surfaces.
Suppress undesired traits: Pour-point depressants modify wax crystals to maintain flow in cold temperatures; viscosity index improvers use polymers that expand with heat to stabilize viscosity across temperature ranges.
Add new capabilities: Extreme pressure (EP) additives like sulfur-phosphorus compounds react under high load to create sacrificial films, preventing metal-to-metal contact.
Activation Mechanisms
Most additives work through chemical reactions or physical adsorption.
Anti-wear agents (e.g., ZDDP) form a phosphate layer on surfaces under pressure via tribochemical reactions.
Detergents neutralize acids and suspend particles; dispersants encapsulate sludge to keep it soluble in oil.
Practical Impact :
These interactions reduce wear, control deposits, and optimize lubrication for engines and machinery.
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