Methyl Ricinoleate

Name:
Methyl Ricinoleate
Detailed information:

M Formula:	C19H36O3
Properties:
Colorless liquid. D 0.9236 (22/4C), fp −4.5C, bp 245C (10 mm Hg), refr index 1.4628. Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol and ether. Combustible.
Derivation:
Esterification of ricinoleic acid or alcoholysis of castor oil, purification by vacuum distillation.
Grade:
Technical, purified (99+%).
Use:
Plasticizer, lubricant, cutting oil additive, wetting agent.