Grease – HCO (Hydrogenated Castor Oil)

Application

Hydrogenated Castor Oil (HCO), also called Castor Wax, is a hard, brittle, high melting solid which is tasteless and odorless. It is insoluble in water and solubility in many organic solvents is also very limited. HCO is available as flakes or powder which melts to a clear transparent liquid. It is a non-toxic, non-hazardous material. HCO is used in manufacturing of greases and lubricants.

Description

Typical Characteristics

Parameters Value

Appearance White Flakes/Powder

Colour Gardner I to 2

Acid Value % (mgKoH/gm) I to 3

Iodine Value gl2/100g 3 to 4

Hydroxyl Value (mgKoH/gm), Min 157

Saponification Value , Min 178

Melting Point °C 84-88

Unsaponifiable Matter, Max 1

Nickel PPM 3-5

12 HSA % 82 – 87

12 Keto Stearic Acid, Max 4

Flash Point °C , Min 218