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Castor Oil

Other Names: Ricinus oil
Viscosity: 44 cPs. to 660 cPs. / 200 to 3,000 SSU
Sp. Gr.: 0.96

Remarks: Pale, yellowish color, transparent, mild odor, nauseating taste; solidifies at -10ºC / 14ºF; soluble in alcohol, ether, benzene, chloroform and carbon disulfide. Used in protective coatings, plastics, lubricants, fatty acids, textiles, rubber, hydraulic fluids, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, flavoring, and insulating compounds.

Pump Notes: Cast iron construction is usually satisfactory but may vary depending on end use of product. Buna n elastomers are satisfactory. Mechanical shaft seal is recommended.

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