Oil Based Products
Cold Pressed Castor Oil
Cold-pressed Castor Oil is the most popular and beneficial therapeutic oil. That was used by our ancestors for centuries to treat physical illnesses and maintain beauty. It is produced while crushing castor seeds and without any heat or chemicals. That means the oil keeps all its natural properties and healing benefits throughout the process. This pure, unrefined oil is healthier than refined oil. That makes it a great choice for a number of health and beauty applications.
Commercial Grade Castor oil
Commercial-grade castor oil is a common and widely used type of castor oil. That is especially used for industrial applications. This is specially used for making textile chemicals. It also serves as a lubricant in dyes, solvents, and adhesives. Also, it’s referred to as industrial-grade castor oil, this product is complete after the first pressing and a second phase of production. Even it acts as the primary raw material for making other types of castor oil. As a result, it’s known as a key component in various industrial processes.
Refined Castor Oil
Refined Castor Oil (First Special Grade – F.S.G/British Standard Specifications-B.S.S) is extracted from Refined Commercial Grade Castor Oil (CCO). That is produced while crushing steam-cooked castor seeds using an expeller. This refined oil plays a key role as a lubricant in the coatings of vitamin and mineral tablets. Also, serves as a key ingredient for creating high-value castor oil derivatives.
The production of CCO involves bleaching and filtering processes that reduce impurities, color, free fatty acids (F.F.A.), and moisture content. Refined Castor Oil is essential in making different industrial products and other castor oil derivatives.
Pale Pressed Grade Castor Oil
Refined Castor Oil is also known as Pale Pressed Oil. That is manufacturing from quality castor seeds that are pure and free from any impurities. This oil is colorless or very light yellow and has a very mild or virtually undetectable scent. That makes it a different choice for a range of applications. RK Agro and Foods are ideal for the use of a lighter-colored and low-acidity oil in different industries where appearance and quality matter.
Pale Pressed Castor Oil is valuable in sectors that demand high purity and refined characteristics. That includes the medical, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries. This product is used in medical and pharmaceutical formulations. Also, meets the necessary certifications in cosmetics industries for its gentle properties. This oil’s clean and subtle qualities make it an excellent option for products.
First Pressed Degummed Castor Oil
First First-pressed degummed Castor Oil (F.P.D) is manufactured through an early degumming process. It significantly enhances the texture and color of the oil while removing plant polymer substances. This process begins with the first pressing of castor oil, filtering, and degumming. The result is an oil that retains its unique lubricating properties without undue accumulation of plant residues and carbon.
The special lubricating qualities of F.P.D castor oil make it a preferred choice in the lubricant industry. Its refined texture and improved color set it apart. That ensures it performs exceptionally well in applications that demand high-quality lubrication. F.P.D castor oil maintains the key characteristics of lower-colored commercial castor oil. That makes it a versatile option for different industrial needs.
Derivatives
Given the current environmental concerns and the increasing demand for eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic feedstocks, we produce castor oil derivatives. These eco-friendly products are widely used across various industrial applications.
Hydrogeneted Castor Oil
Hydrogenated Castor Oil (HCO), also known as Castor Wax, is a solid that is hard, brittle, and has a high melting point. It is tasteless and odorless, which makes it ideal for various applications. Chemically, it is primarily composed of 12-Hydroxy Stearic Acid. While it doesn’t dissolve in water and has limited solubility in many organic solvents. Also, it melts into a clear and transparent liquid.
HCO is available in both flake and powder forms. It is a non-toxic, non-hazardous material that is used in several industries. In the pharmaceutical field, it is a key ingredient. It is used for making greases, lubricants, and a range of cosmetics and toiletries.
12-Hydroxy Stearic Acid (12-H.S.A.) Flakes/ Powder
Commercial Grade Castor Oil includes the versatile 12-Hydroxy Stearic Acid (12-HSA). That is available in flakes or powder form. 12-HSA is one of the important ingredients to produce everyday products. Such as, in hot-melt glues, inks, and polishes.
When 12-HSA reacts with acrylic esters, it forms a strong and durable thermosetting polymer. These polymers are very tough and used as coatings to protect and decorate metal-decorative finishes. That gives them a better look to last longer. It is also used in industrial appliances that are used for heavy products. Also, high-quality automotive applications provide a durable finish for cars. So, 12-HSA plays a crucial role when you need a car’s paint to look new or ensure that a machine runs smoothly. Manufacturing products that are both functional and long-lasting.
Ricinoleic Acid (R.A.)
Ricinoleic Acid (R.A.) is specially made from castor oil, known for its unique properties as an unsaturated fatty acid. It is identified as a clear, thick, yellowish liquid. That makes it quite distinctive in appearance. Ricinoleic Acid is used in various industrial applications, such as the production of pigments, printing inks, and textile finishing. These applications benefit from their clear and viscous nature, which helps in achieving high-quality results.
One of the most important uses of Ricinoleic Acid is in the production of different oleochemicals. Also, it is a key ingredient for the various chemical processes.