POLYOXYETHYLATED CASTOR OIL

POLYOXYETHYLATED CASTOR OIL

CAS Number: 61791-12-6

Polyoxyethylated castor oil is complex mixtures of various hydrophobic and hydrophilic components.

USES and APPLICATIONS of POLYOXYETHYLATED CASTOR OIL:
-Polyoxyethylated castor oil is widely used in the food industry.
-Polyoxyethylated castor oil (eg. Cremophor EL) is also used in the foodstuff industries.
-Polyoxyethylated castor oil is a widely used excipient.
-In the food industry, Polyoxyethylated castor oil (food grade) is used in food additives, flavorings, candy (i.e., chocolate), as a mold inhibitor, and in packaging. 
-Polyoxyethylated castor oil is used in shampoos and make-up formulations.

PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of POLYOXYETHYLATED CASTOR OIL:
Physical state: Liquid
Appearance: Oily.
Color: Light yellow.
Odor: Slight.
Taste No information available. 
Formula: No information available
Molecular/Formula weight: No information available
Flammability: No information available
Flashpoint (°C/°F): 257°C (494.6°F)
Flash Point Tested according to: Not available

Autoignition Temperature (°C/°F): 405°C (761°F)
Lower Explosion Limit (%): No information available
Upper Explosion Limit (%): No information available
Melting point/range(°C/°F): 4°C (39.2°F)
Decomposition temperature(°C/°F):No information available
Boiling point/range(°C/°F): 300°C (572°F)
Bulk density: No information available
Density (g/cm3): 1.05
Specific gravity: 1.05 - 1.06
pH: No information available

Vapor pressure @20°C(kPa): No information available
Evaporation rate: No information available
Vapor density: No information available
VOC content (g/L): No information available
Odor threshold (ppm): No information available
Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water): No information available
Viscosity: No information available
Miscibility: No information available
Solubility: Miscible in cold water, Soluble in many organic solvents

FIRST AID MEASURES of POLYOXYETHYLATED CASTOR OIL:
-General Advice: 
*Skin Contact: 
Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water removing all contaminated clothing and shoes. 
Consult a physician if necessary. 

*Eye Contact: 
Flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. 
If symptomspersist, call a physician.

*Inhalation: 
Move to fresh air. 
Get medical attention.

*Ingestion: 
Consult a physician if necessary. 

-Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
*Notes to Physician: 
Treat symptomatically. 

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES of POLYOXYETHYLATED CASTOR OIL:
-Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:
*Personal Precautions: 
Ensure adequate ventilation. 
Use personal protective equipment.  

-Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:
Absorb spill with inert material. 

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES of POLYOXYETHYLATED CASTOR OIL:
-Extinguishing Media
--Suitable Extinguishing Media: 
Dry chemical. 
Carbon dioxide (CO2). 
Water spray, mist,orfoam. 
Carbon dioxide (CO2).

--Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: 
No information available. 

-Special Protective Actions for Firefighters:
*Specific Methods: 
No information available. 

EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION of POLYOXYETHYLATED CASTOR OIL:
-Appropriate engineering controls:
--Engineering measures to reduce exposure: 
Ensure adequate ventilation. 

--Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment:
-Personal Protective Equipment:

*Eye protection: 
Use goggles.

*Skin and body protection: 
Long sleeved clothing. 
Use gloves. 

*Respiratory protection: 
Respiratory protection is not necessary for normal handling. 

Hygiene measures: 
When using, do not eat, drinkor smoke. 
Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling theproduct.

HANDLING and STORAGE of POLYOXYETHYLATED CASTOR OIL:
-Precautions for safe handling:
*Safe Handling Advice:
Wear personal protective equipment. 
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices. 

-Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
*Technical Measures/Storage Conditions:
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. 
Store at room temperature in the original container. 

STABILITY and REACTIVITY of POLYOXYETHYLATED CASTOR OIL:
-Chemical stability:
*Stability: 
Stable under recommended storage conditions. 
*Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: 
Hazardous polymerization does not occur.

-Hazardous decomposition products:
No information available. 
Other Information 
-Corrosivity: No information available
-Special Remarks on Corrosivity: No information available

SYNONYMS:
Castor oil polyoxyethylene ether
Cremophor EL
Polyoxyethylenglycerol triricinoleate 35