Ethoxylated Hydrogenated Castor Oil CAS 61788-85-0

Ethoxylated Hydrogenated Castor Oil (CAS 61788-85-0): Comprehensive Product Guide

Table of Contents

• 1. Product Overview & Specifications
• 2. Key Applications Across Industries
• 3. Performance Comparison With Alternatives
• 4. Step-by-Step Usage Guidelines
• 5. Real-World Client Case Studies
• 6. Technical Support & Inquiry

1. Product Overview & Specifications

CAS No.: 61788-85-0
Chemical Formula: C₅₇H₁₁₀O₉
Appearance: Pale yellow viscous liquid
Solubility: Dispersible in water, oils, and organic solvents
HLB Value: 10-14 (varies by ethoxylation degree)
Viscosity: 500-2,000 mPa·s at 25°C
pH (5% solution): 5.0-7.0

Grade Comparison Table

2. Key Applications Across Industries

2.1 Cosmetics & Personal Care

• Primary function: Nonionic surfactant for stable oil-in-water emulsions
• Shampoos/Conditioners: Reduces interfacial tension between silicone oils and aqueous phases
• Skin Creams: Enhances penetration of active ingredients (e.g., retinol, vitamin E)

2.2 Pharmaceutical Formulations

• Topical Preparations: Improves drug solubility (e.g., corticosteroids, antifungal agents)
• Oral Suspensions: Stabilizes poorly water-soluble APIs up to 5% concentration

2.3 Industrial Uses

• Textile Processing: Lubricant for synthetic fiber spinning (0.5-2% add-on)
• Agrochemicals: Co-emulsifier in glyphosate formulations (10-15% load)

3. Performance Comparison With Alternatives

4. Step-by-Step Usage Guidelines

4.1 Cosmetic Emulsion Preparation

1. Heat oil phase (EHCO + lipids) to 70-75°C
2. Prepare aqueous phase separately at same temperature
3. Slowly add oil phase to water phase under high shear (5000 rpm)
4. Cool to 40°C before adding heat-sensitive actives

5. Real-World Client Case Studies

Case 1: Cosmetic Innovations Inc. (USA)

• Challenge: Phase separation in SPF 50 sunscreen emulsion
• Solution: 3% EHCO-40 as primary emulsifier
• Result: 18-month stability at 40°C/75% RH

Case 2: PharmaSolutions Ltd. (Germany)

• Challenge: Poor solubility of itraconazole in topical gel
• Solution: EHCO-60 at 4% w/w concentration
• Result: 92% drug dissolution in 30 mins (vs. 65% with standard surfactants)

Case 3: AgroGuard Co. (India)

• Challenge: Herbicide crystallization in tank mixes
• Solution: 12% EHCO-20 in formulation
• Result: 100% crystal-free solution after 7-day storage at 5°C

6. Technical Support & Inquiry

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Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: Difference between EHCO and PEG castor oil?
  A: Hydrogenation provides oxidative stability; PEG versions have higher EO content.
• Q: Recommended storage conditions?
  A: Store in sealed containers at 10-30°C; shelf life 24 months.