Description

Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate is a high-purity, non-greasy emollient ester derived from castor oil. This specialty chemical is valued for its exceptional skin feel, spreading properties, and compatibility with a wide range of cosmetic and personal care ingredients. It serves as a key functional ingredient for formulators seeking to enhance product texture, stability, and sensory appeal. Industries such as cosmetics, skincare, haircare, and high-end lubricants utilize this ester for its performance benefits.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Emollient: Provides a smooth, silky, and non-oily after-feel in creams, lotions, sunscreens, and makeup products.
• Hair Care Conditioning Agent: Imparts excellent slip, detangling properties, and shine in conditioners, hair masks, and serums.
• Pigment & Powder Dispersant: Enhances the wetting and dispersion of inorganic pigments and powders in color cosmetics.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Used as a skin-friendly base or carrier in ointments and topical drug delivery systems.
• Specialty Lubricants & Release Agents: Functions as a high-performance lubricant in precision machinery or as a mold release agent.
• Plasticizer for Polymers: Acts as a secondary plasticizer to improve the flexibility and processability of certain polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate
CAS No.	79490-62-3
Molecular Formula	C₃₈H₇₂O₄
Molecular Weight	592.98 g/mol
Synonyms	Ricinoleic Acid, Octyldodecyl Ester; 12-Hydroxy-9-octadecenoic Acid, 2-Octyldodecyl Ester; (Z)-12-Hydroxyoctadec-9-enoic Acid 2-Octyldodecyl Ester; Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate; Tegosoft ODR; Luvitol EHO; Dermol 488; Crodamol ODR
EINECS	279-086-5

Quality Control

Our Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate is manufactured under a cGMP-compliant quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot is tested against stringent in-house specifications for identity, assay, and critical impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting physical-chemical parameters and purity is provided with every shipment. We support compliance with major global regulatory frameworks including REACH, FDA, and ISO 22716 (Cosmetics).

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at 15-25°C. This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage (>12 months), consider storing under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen blanket) to maintain optimal quality. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to yellow oily liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	70 - 85 g I₂/100g
Hydroxyl Value	140 - 160 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	165 - 185 mg KOH/g
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.900 - 0.920
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.465 - 1.475

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