Hydrogenated castor oil, also known as castor wax, is a wax-like substance that is obtained by adding hydrogen to castor oil. It acts as both a humectant and an occlusive agent, meaning it keeps the skin hydrated and forms a protective barrier on the skin. It has various uses, including pharmaceutical, haircare, industrial and mainly in skincare products. It provides more stability to the product than the regular castor oil.Â
CAS No.: 8001-78-3
Synonyms: Castor Oil, Hydrogenated, Castor Wax, Castor oil hydrogenated, Castorwax, 1,2,3-Propanetriol tri(12-hydroxystearate), 12-Hydroxyoctadecanoic acid, 1,2,3-propanetriyl ester
| Properties | |
| Chemical formula | C57H110O9 |
| Color | White to off-white |
| Apperance | Powder, Flakes Form |
| Solubility | Practically insoluble in water; soluble in acetone, chloroform, and methylene chloride. |
| Odor | Faint, characteristic odor |
| Viscosity | High |
| Melting point | 85°C |
| LogP | 18.75 |
| Density | 0.97/cm3 at 20 °C |
In Personal care and cosmetics
In Pharmaceuticals
In Industrial uses
Ingestion side effects
Topical side effects
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Hydrogenated castor oil, also known as castor wax, is a wax-like substance that is obtained by adding hydrogen to castor oil. It acts as both a humectant and an occlusive agent, meaning it keeps the skin hydrated and forms a protective barrier on the skin. It has various uses, including pharmaceutical, haircare, industrial and mainly in skincare products. It provides more stability to the product than the regular castor oil.Â
CAS No.: 8001-78-3
Synonyms: Castor Oil, Hydrogenated, Castor Wax, Castor oil hydrogenated, Castorwax, 1,2,3-Propanetriol tri(12-hydroxystearate), 12-Hydroxyoctadecanoic acid, 1,2,3-propanetriyl ester
| Properties | |
| Chemical formula | C57H110O9 |
| Color | White to off-white |
| Apperance | Powder, Flakes Form |
| Solubility | Practically insoluble in water; soluble in acetone, chloroform, and methylene chloride. |
| Odor | Faint, characteristic odor |
| Viscosity | High |
| Melting point | 85°C |
| LogP | 18.75 |
| Density | 0.97/cm3 at 20 °C |
In Personal care and cosmetics
In Pharmaceuticals
In Industrial uses
Ingestion side effects
Topical side effects
| Pictograms : | N.A |
| Hazard Statements : | N.A |
| Precautionary statements : | N.A |
Hydrogenated castor oil is typically considered as non-comedogeneic as it is less sticky and smoother on skin. A patch test is recommended for individuals with acne-prone skin.
Depending on the form, suitability and the product, it can be used on the skin. It is a functional ingredient, and it may clog pores. A patch is always recommended, especially for individuals with sensitive or acne-prone skin types.
Castor oil is obtained from pressed castor beans whereas when castor oil is hydrogenated, meaning, hydrogen is added in the presence of the catalyst, it is called hydrogenated castor oil. Castor oil is treatment oriented and natural liquid whereas hydrogenated castor oil is texture-enhancing, stable and processed ingredient.
