Indian Origin • High-Purity Natural Botanical Oil

Pure Refined Castor Oil (FSG & Commercial)

Extracted from selected high-oil Indian castor seeds (Ricinus communis). India is the world's foremost producer and exporter of castor oil, accounting for over 85% of global supply. Characterized by its unique, naturally occurring hydroxylated fatty acid structure (ricinoleic acid), our castor oil delivers unmatched viscous stability, high lubricity, and reactivity across pharmaceutical, cosmetic, polyurethane, and chemical engineering sectors.

High Ricinoleic Acid Concentration: Guaranteed minimum 85.0% to 90.0% natural ricinoleic acid content.
Multiple Export Grades: First Special Grade (FSG), Commercial Grade, Pale Pressed Bleached (PPB), and Pharma grades available.
Rigid Batch Verification: Custom batch COA detailing exact Lovibond color, hydroxyl value, and moisture per shipment.
Min. Order 1 x 20ft FCL (~18-20 MT)
Incoterms FOB Nhava Sheva / CIF Global
Inspection SGS / Intertek Certified

Refined Castor Oil (FSG & Commercial) Technical Specifications

Tested in accredited laboratories following international AOCS, ASTM, and Indian Standards (IS 435).

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Physical & Chemical Parameter Export Specification (FSG Grade) Testing Standard / Method
HS Code 1515 30 90 / 1515 30 20 (Castor Oil & Fractions) Indian Customs Tariff
Appearance & Clarity Pale Yellow to Straw Clear Viscous Liquid Visual Inspection
Ricinoleic Acid Content 85.0% – 90.0% Min Gas Chromatography (GC-FID)
Free Fatty Acid (as Oleic) Max 0.50% (Commercial: Max 1.0%) AOCS Ca 5a-40
Moisture & Volatiles Max 0.25% AOCS Ca 2c-25
Hydroxyl Value 160 – 168 mg KOH/g AOCS Cd 13-60
Iodine Value 82 – 90 g I2/100g AOCS Cd 1d-92
Saponification Value 177 – 187 mg KOH/g AOCS Cd 3-25
Relative Density (20°C/20°C) 0.957 – 0.969 g/cm³ Pycnometer
Refractive Index (40°C) 1.470 – 1.481 Abbe Refractometer
Viscosity (25°C) 6.0 – 8.8 Stokes (~950 cP at 20°C) Gardner-Holdt Bubble
Insoluble Impurities Max 0.02% Gravimetric Filtration

Steel Drums, IBC Totes & Flexitank Export Packaging

200L / 225 kg Heavy-Duty Steel Drums

Mild steel (MS) drums internally coated with chemical-resistant epoxy coating to maintain oil purity.

  • Net Weight per Drum: 225 kg
  • Capacity per 20ft FCL: 80 Drums (~18.0 Metric Tons)
  • 4 drums securely banded per wooden export pallet
Standard Global Export Unit

1,000L Intermediate Bulk (IBC) Containers

Composite industrial IBC tanks with tubular galvanized steel frames designed for fast forklift handling.

  • Net Weight per IBC: ~950 kg - 1,000 kg
  • Capacity per 20ft FCL: 18 to 20 Totes (~18.0 - 20.0 Metric Tons)
  • Integrated bottom ball valve for plant dispensing
For Chemical & Resin Plants

Bulk 20ft Flexitanks

High-strength food & technical grade multi-ply flexitanks fitted in dedicated ocean freight containers.

  • Net Weight per Flexitank: 21.0 - 21.5 Metric Tons
  • Maximum container weight optimization
  • Lowest freight & container packaging cost per ton
For Large Industrial Buyers

Bio-Lubricants, Resins & Pharmaceutical Applications

Cosmetics & Personal Care

Emollient and moisture-locking carrier in lipsticks, mascaras, hair serums, scalp treatments, and organic soaps.

Bio-Lubricants & Greases

High thermal decomposition temperature and non-drying characteristics make it ideal for aviation greases and motor lubricants.

Polyurethanes & Resins

Natural source of bio-polyols for renewable polyurethane foams, coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomeric polymers.

Pharmaceutical Vehicles

Solvent and delivery agent for lipophilic medicines, therapeutic transdermal ointments, and medicinal eye drops.

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