Castor oil has a number of medicinal, industrial, and pharmaceutical uses. It's commonly used as an additive in foods, medications, and skin care products, as well as an industrial lubricant and biodiesel fuel component.
QUALITY DATA | |
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Appearance and Color | Clear White Yellow Liquid |
Taste and Odor | Typical |
Acid Value | 0.9 – 1% |
Iodine Value | 82-90 |
Moisture | 0.1% |
Peroxide Value | 1.0– 1.2Mg |
Reflective Index at 20 to 30°C | 1.4770 to 1.4777 |
Saponification Value | 185-190 |
Solid Point | 21 |
Specific Gravity at 25°C | 0.933-0.937 |
Unsaponifatable Matter | 0.3 - 5% |
Fatty Acid Composition | |
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Oleic | 4% |
Linoleic | 5% |
Palmitic | 2% |
Heavy Metals Test | Analytical Test Method No LS024010 | ||
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Substance | Quantity | Result | Test Method |
Lead | Mg/1 | Not Detected | BAS ISO 15586/03 |
Mercury | Mg/1 | Not Detected | BAS ISO 15586/03 |
Copper | Mg/1 | Not Detected | BAS ISO 15586/03 |
Microbiological Tests | Analytical Test Method by AOCS | |
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Characteristics | Specification | Result |
Standard Plate Count per ml | Nil | Not Present |
Yeast & mould count at 30deg C per ml | Nil | Not Present |
Coliform count per 100 ml | Nil | Not Present |
E.coli | Not Present | Not Present |
Salmonella 25g | Not Present | Not Present |
NaumanSab Oil Company is the foremost wholesaler and exporter of pure castor oil in Pakistan. The essential fatty acids that castor oil contains help restore the skin’s natural moisture balance. The antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties of castor oil make it useful in reducing acne. It has also been used to enhance hair conditioning in other products and for supposed anti-dandruff properties. Choose NaumanSab Oil Company for superior-quality castor oil, supplied in bulk quantities to cater to markets worldwide.
The antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties of castor oil make it useful in reducing acne. Ricinoleic acid can inhibit growth in the bacteria that cause acne.
Castor oil is also rich in other fatty acids. These can enhance smoothness and softness when applied to facial skin.
The fatty acids in castor oil can also promote the growth of healthy skin tissue, making it helpful in restoring uneven skin tones.
Castor oil has a low comedogenic score. This means it is unlikely to clog pores in the skin and reduces the risk of developing , making it appropriate for use on sensitive skin.
Skincare products, and in particular facial creams and oils, can be very expensive. Castor oil is relatively low-cost and shares many similar properties, such as promoting a healthful complexion or moisture in the skin.