Castor oil BP/EP
Castor Oil BP/EP is a high-quality, pharma-grade triglyceride oil derived from the cold expression of Ricinus communis (L) seeds. This clear, nearly colorless or slightly yellow, viscous liquid has a mild, characteristic odor and a bland taste that may become slightly acrid over time. It complies to the standards set by the British Pharmacopoeia (BP) and/or European Pharmacopoeia (EP), making it suitable for general pharmaceutical applications.
In contrast, we also offer ULTRA REFINED CASTOR OIL USP/EP which is an advanced grade Castor oil specifically designed for medical and parenteral use. This oil undergoes an ultra-refining process that employs cutting-edge purification techniques to achieve an exceptionally high standard of purity. Ultra Refined Castor Oil is suitable for intravenous and injection applications and meets the stringent requirements of both the European Pharmacopoeia (EP) and the United States Pharmacopeia (USP).
Key Differences:
CASTOR OIL BP/EP:
- Grade: Pharma-grade
- Use: General pharmaceutical applications
- Characteristics: Clear, slightly yellow, viscous; mild odor; bland to slightly acrid taste
- Standards: Complies with BP and EP
- Packaging: 25 kilos and 200 kilos.
ULTRA REFINED CASTOR OIL USP/EP:
- Grade: Injection/parenteral-grade
- Use: Medical and parenteral (injection) applications
- Characteristics: Ultra-refined for high purity; low moisture and acid value; cold-pressed; packed under nitrogen to extend shelf life
- Standards: Complies with EP and USP, including residual solvents and bacterial endotoxins testing, a requirement for parenteral application.
- Packaging: 180 kilos
ADDITIONAL CASTOR OIL OPTIONS and its Derivitives:
Castor Oil BP Virgin: Cold presses (Virgin) oil from seeds of Ricinus communis
Castor Oil Ph.Eur Refined: Cold pressed Castor oil is refined and manufactured to standards of European Pharmacopeia (EP).
Castor Oil Ph.Eur Low Acid: Oil gone through further refinement for reduced Acidity content.
Castor Oil Ph.Eur Low Moisture: Oil gone through further refinement for reduced moisture content.
Hydrogenated Castor Oil EP: This is a versatile esterified castor oil used as a viscosity modifier, thickening agent, emulsifier, and lubricant. It provides stability and improved texture in formulations, making it ideal for use in pharma, cosmetics, personal care products, industrial applications, and more.
Castor Oil Soap 35%: Our premium liquid soaps are derived from high-quality castor oil fatty acids, neutralised with alkalis or ammonia. These versatile soaps are commonly used in liquid detergents, cleaner concentrates, lubricants, foaming agents, and emulsions. Ideal for industrial and commercial applications, they offer excellent cleaning, lubrication, and emulsification properties.