DB™ Oil

DB™ Oil is the highest grade of refined castor oil. It was developed for use in applications when a low acidity and moisture content are critical.

Principal: Aurorium - Castor Oil

Chemical Family: Castor Oil Derivatives

End Uses: Capacitors, Power Transformers

Labeling Claims: Biodegradable, Butyl Benzyl Phthalate (BBP)-free, Cadmium-free, DEHP (Diethylhexylphthalate) Free, Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP)-free, Diisobutyl Phthalate (DIBP)-free, Foreign Matter-free, From Renewable Resources, Hexavalent Chromium-free, Lead-free, Mercury Compounds-free, Mercury-free, Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB)-free, Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDEs)-free

Features: Good Moisture Resistance, High Dielectric Properties, Low Acid Value, Low Moisture Content

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Identification & Functionality

Blend
No
Chemical Family
Castor Oil Derivatives
Chemical Name
Castor Oil
Product Code
MITM09174
Single Ingredient
Yes
Synonyms
Aromatic castor oil, Ricinus communis oil, Tangantangan oil
Technologies
CASE,
Plastics
Product Families
CASE — Monomers & Intermediates
Prepolymers & Polyols
Plastics — Polymer Additives
Performance Additives,
Other Plastic Additives
Chemical Structure

DB™ Oil

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features
Good Moisture Resistance,
High Dielectric Properties,
Low Acid Value,
Low Moisture Content
Labeling Claims
Biodegradable,
Butyl Benzyl Phthalate (BBP)-free,
Cadmium-free,
DEHP (Diethylhexylphthalate) Free,
Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP)-free,
Diisobutyl Phthalate (DIBP)-free,
Foreign Matter-free,
From Renewable Resources,
Hexavalent Chromium-free,
Lead-free,
Mercury Compounds-free,
Mercury-free,
Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB)-free,
Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDEs)-free
Product Benefits
  • Moisture resistance based on hydrophobic nature
  • Highly refined for maximum purity
  • Low acidity, low moisture, low color
  • Meets the requirements of ASTM D-960
  • High volume resistivity and dielectric content, low dissipation factor
  • Soluble in alcohols (hot), esters, ethers, ketones and aromatic hydrocarbons
  • Partially soluble in aliphatic hydrocarbons
  • Biodegradable and renewable source

Applications & Uses

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
Capacitors,
Power Transformers
Markets
Electrical & Electronics
Applications
Electrical & Electronics — Parts & Components
Other Parts & Components
Product Applications
  • High energy storage capacitors and transformers..
  • Liquid dieelctric.
  • Sonar fluids.
  • Polyurethane coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers.
     

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Soluble In
Alcohol Soluble,
Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Soluble,
Ester Soluble,
Ether Soluble,
Ketone Soluble

Regulatory & Compliance

Grade
Urethane Grade

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Drums,
Pails,
Totes (IBC)

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 viscous liquid
Appearance (SDS)
Pale yellow syrupy oil
Insoluble in (SDS)
Water
Item Number
ITM07519,
ITM07842,
ITM07853,
ITM07857,
ITM07859,
ITM20999,
ITM21053,
ITM21344,
ITM23948
Odor (SDS)
Mild characteristic odor
USA/DOT Proper Shipping Name
Chemicals, N.O.S. (castor oil)
USA/DOT UN Number
Non - Hazardous
Optical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Color Scalemax. 2.0 GardnerGardner
Refractive Index1.4772-
Shelf Life & Stability
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Shelf Life730.0 dd
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Moisture Contentmax. 0.02 %%
Specific Gravity0.959-at 25°C
Viscosity7.3 StStAt 25°C
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 %%Butyl Acetate = 1
Flash Point (SDS)540.0 °F°FPensky-Martens Closed Cup (PMCC)
Melting Point (SDS)-18.0--10.0 °C°C
Specific Gravity (SDS)0.959-at 25°C
Viscosity (SDS)7.5 StStat 25°C