Crystal® O PC

Crystal® O PC is a triglyceride expressed from the seeds of the ricinus communis plant. Crystal® O PC is a refined castor oil with excellent oxidative stability. It is odorless, tasteless, light in color, and has good clarity.

Principal: Aurorium - Castor Oil

Chemical Name: Castor Oil

INCI Name: Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil

Functions: Intermediate, Lubricant

Chemical Family: Castor Oil Derivatives

Labeling Claims: Biodegradable, Non-Toxic, Vegan

Benefit Claims: Emolliency, Good Oxidative Stability, Lubricating, Moisturizing, Pigment Wetting

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Identification & Functionality

Base Chemicals Functions
Intermediate,
Lubricant
Blend
No
Chemical Family
Castor Oil Derivatives
Chemical Name
Castor Oil
Function
Intermediate, Lubricant
INCI Name
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
Product Code
MITM09173
Single Ingredient
Yes
Synonyms
Aromatic castor oil, Ricinus communis oil, Tangantangan oil
Technologies
Base Chemicals & Intermediates,
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Base Chemicals & Intermediates — Monomers & Oligomers
Diols & Polyols
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Fats, Butters & Waxes

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Emolliency,
Good Oxidative Stability,
Lubricating,
Moisturizing,
Pigment Wetting
Labeling Claims
Biodegradable,
Non-Toxic,
Vegan
Product Benefits
  • 100% natural and renewably sourced
  • Non-toxic and biodegradable
  • Remarkably consistent fatty acid composition
  • Non-comedogenic
  • Superior oxidation stability and pigment wetting

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Creams,
Leave On,
Lotions,
Stick
Color Cosmetic Applications
Lipstick
Markets
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Color Cosmetics,
Hair Care,
Skin Care
Product Applications
  • Castor oil is a staple item in the formulation of lipsticks and pigment grinds.
  • It should be added to the oil phase of formulas.
  • Crystal® O PC castor oil is an efficient emollient, moisturizer, and lubricant.
  • It is suitable for use in the formulation of a variety of creams, lotions, and pigmented products where a very light color is required

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Soluble In
Cyclomethicone Soluble,
Propylene Glycol Soluble,
Water Soluble

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Drums

Principal Information

Group Principal Number
S002899
Principal
Aurorium - Castor Oil

Other

ADR/RID/ADN Proper Shipping Name
Chemicals, N.O.S. (castor oil)
ADR/RID/ADN UN Number
Non - Hazardous
Appearance
Clear liquid
Appearance (SDS)
Pale yellow syrupy oil
Explosive Nature (SDS)
Not explosive
IATA/ICAO Proper Shipping Name
Chemicals, N.O.S. (castor oil)
IATA/ICAO UN Number
Non - Hazardous
IMO/IMDG Proper Shipping Name
Chemicals, N.O.S. (castor oil)
IMO/IMDG UN Number
Non - Hazardous
Insoluble in (SDS)
Water
Item Number
ITM21140
Molecular Formula (SDS)
Variable composition UVCB
Odor
Odorless
Odor (SDS)
Mild characteristic odor
Oxidizing Properties (SDS)
Not an oxidizer
Taste
Tasteless
Temperature Control
No
USA/DOT Proper Shipping Name
Chemicals, N.O.S. (castor oil)
USA/DOT UN Number
Non - Hazardous
Application Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Dosage (Use Level)0.5-3.0 %%Emollient
Dosage (Use Level)2.0-27.0 %%Hair care
Dosage (Use Level)12.0-40.0 %%Lipsticks
Dosage (Use Level)45.0-70.0 %%Pigment Grinds
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Autoignition Temperature (SDS)449.0 °C°C
Boiling Point (SDS)313.0 °C°C
Evaporation Rate (SDS)max. 1.0 kg/hkg/hButyl acetate = 1
Flash Point (SDS)540.0 °F°FPensky-Martens Closed Cup (PMCC)
Freeze Point (SDS)-18.0--10.0 °C°C
Specific Gravity (SDS)0.959-at 25°C
Viscosity (SDS)7.5 StStat 25°C
Shelf Life & Stability
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Shelf Life0.0 dd