Methyl ricinoleate explained

Methyl ricinoleate is a clear, viscous fluid that is used as a surfactant, cutting fluid additive, lubricant, and plasticizer.[1] It is a plasticizer for cellulosic resins, polyvinyl acetate, and polystyrene.[2] It is a type of fatty acid methyl ester synthesized from castor oil and methyl alcohol.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: The Free Dictionary . Methyl ricinoleate .
  2. Book: Gooch, Jan W.. Encyclopedic Dictionary of Polymers. limited. 2011. 460. 10.1007/978-1-4419-6247-8_7437. Methyl Ricinoleate. 978-1-4419-6246-1.
  3. Web site: Castoroil.in . Methyl ricinoleate.

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