Description

Magnesium Ricinoleate is the magnesium salt of ricinoleic acid, a key derivative of castor oil. This compound is valued for its role as a stabilizer, thickener, and opacifying agent in high-quality personal care and cosmetic formulations. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the cosmetics, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for creating stable emulsions and enhancing product texture.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Acts as a viscosity modifier, opacifier, and stabilizer in creams, lotions, deodorants, and makeup products.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used as an excipient in topical ointments and creams for its emulsifying and stabilizing properties.
• Industrial Lubricants & Greases: Serves as a thickening agent and stabilizer in specialty lubricant formulations.
• Plastic & Polymer Additives: Functions as a heat stabilizer and lubricant in the processing of PVC and other polymers.
• Paints & Coatings: Employed as a dispersing agent and flow control additive to improve product consistency.

Basic Information

Product Name	Magnesium Ricinoleate
CAS No.	22677-47-0
Molecular Formula	C36H66MgO4 (Typical for the di-ricinoleate salt)
Molecular Weight	~ 587.21 g/mol (for C36H66MgO4)
Synonyms	Magnesium diricinoleate; Ricinoleic acid, magnesium salt; Magnesium (R)-12-hydroxy-9-octadecenoate; 9-Octadecenoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, (9R,12R)-, magnesium salt; Magnesium 12-hydroxyoleate; Castor oil acid, magnesium salt; Magnesium ricinoleic acid salt
EINECS	245-160-6

Quality Control

Our Magnesium Ricinoleate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, heavy metals, and loss on drying are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (as Mg Ricinoleate)	Min. 95.0%
Loss on Drying	Max. 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Max. 20 ppm
Magnesium Content	3.5 - 4.5%
Acid Value	Contact for details
Saponification Value	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.