CASTORWAX FLAKED

CASTOR OIL WAX
  • Product Type: Castor
  • Master Product Number: MITM09143
  • Product SKUs: ITM07512, ITM07714, ITM07745, ITM07817, ITM07819, ITM07820, ITM07852, ITM20922
  • CAS: 8001-78-3

Product Details

Castorwax is a wax like compound obtained by the controlled hydrogenation of pure castor oil. The principle constituent is glycerol tri-(12-hydroxystearate), also known as opalwax. Castorwax is a hard, brittle, high melting point wax that is insoluble in most organic solvents but is highly compatible with most resins and waxes.

Typical Applications

  • Metal drawing lubricants
  • Processing aid for rubber and plastics
  • Cosmetics and toiletries
  • Antiperspirant sticks
  • Thixatrope
  • Tableting – controlled release binder

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