Description

Potassium Ricinoleate is the potassium salt of ricinoleic acid, a monounsaturated fatty acid derived from castor oil. This versatile surfactant and emulsifier is valued for its excellent cleansing, foaming, and conditioning properties in aqueous systems. It serves as a key functional ingredient for manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and industrial cleaning sectors seeking mild, biodegradable, and naturally-derived components.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a primary surfactant and emulsifier in shampoos, liquid soaps, body washes, and shaving creams, providing rich lather and a smooth skin feel.
• Cleaning Formulations: Used in the production of mild, biodegradable household and industrial cleaners, including dishwashing liquids and all-purpose cleaners.
• Textile Processing: Functions as a lubricant, softener, and dyeing assistant in textile manufacturing processes.
• Metalworking Fluids: Employed as an emulsifier and corrosion inhibitor in soluble oils and synthetic coolants.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Serves as a wetting agent, emulsifier, or spreader in pesticide and fertilizer formulations to enhance coverage and efficacy.
• Latex & Polymer Industry: Utilized as a stabilizer and emulsifier in the production of synthetic latexes and polymer dispersions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Ricinoleate
CAS No.	7492-30-0
Molecular Formula	C18H33KO3
Molecular Weight	336.56 g/mol
Synonyms	Ricinoleic Acid Potassium Salt; Potassium 12-Hydroxy-9-octadecenoate; 9-Octadecenoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, potassium salt, (9Z,12R)-; Ricinoleic Acid, Monopotassium Salt; Castor Oil Acid, Potassium Salt; Potassium (R)-12-Hydroxyoleate; Monopotassium Ricinoleate
EINECS	231-314-4

Quality Control

Our Potassium Ricinoleate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets defined specifications for identity, purity, and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting assay, moisture content, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee consistency and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture which may affect quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pale yellow to amber viscous liquid or paste
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (as Potassium Ricinoleate)	Min. 90%
Moisture (Karl Fischer)	Max. 5.0%
pH (10% solution)	8.0 - 10.0
Acid Value	Contact for details
Saponification Value	Contact for details
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Max. 20 ppm

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