Description

Ethoxylated Hydrogenated Castor Oil is a non-ionic surfactant derived from the ethoxylation of hydrogenated castor oil. This versatile chemical offers excellent emulsifying, solubilizing, and stabilizing properties, making it a critical component in formulations requiring high performance and stability. It is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, and industrial sectors seeking reliable, high-purity ingredients for their products.

Application

• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Acts as a primary emulsifier, solubilizer, and opacifier in creams, lotions, shampoos, and makeup products.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used as an emulsifying agent in topical ointments, creams, and as a solubilizer for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Industrial Lubricants & Textiles: Functions as an emulsifier and lubricant in synthetic fiber production and metalworking fluids.
• Agrochemicals: Serves as an adjuvant and emulsifier in pesticide and herbicide formulations to enhance spreading and efficacy.
• Paints & Coatings: Employed as a dispersing agent and viscosity modifier to improve the stability and application properties of coatings.
• Food Processing (indirect applications): Used in food-grade lubricants and release agents for machinery.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethoxylated Hydrogenated Castor Oil
CAS No.	61788-85-0
Molecular Formula	Typically a complex mixture; based on C57H110O9(C2H4O)n
Molecular Weight	Variable, dependent on the degree of ethoxylation (n)
Synonyms	PEG Hydrogenated Castor Oil; Polyoxyethylene Hydrogenated Castor Oil; Hydrogenated Castor Oil Ethoxylate; Castor Oil, hydrogenated, ethoxylated; CREMOPHOR® RH series (e.g., RH 40); NIKKOL HCO series; Emulsifying Wax NF; Polyoxyl Hydrogenated Castor Oil (Pharmaceutical name)
EINECS	263-080-8

Quality Control

Our Ethoxylated Hydrogenated Castor Oil is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and performance. We can supply material compliant with relevant standards such as NF/Ph. Eur. for pharmaceutical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. Under these conditions, the product has a typical shelf life of 24 months from the date of manufacture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid/paste
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Hydroxyl Value	Contact for details
Saponification Value	Contact for details
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Water Content	≤ 1.0 % (Karl Fischer)
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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