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castor oil is extracted from the castor beans(seeds) of the ricinus communis plant by cold pressed method.it is a colourless to very pale yellow liquid with a distinct odor and taste.its density is 0.961 andboiling point is 313 degree celcius.
Main components
oleate and linoleates are the most significant components.
Uses and benefits
-castor oil is used in manufacturing of lubricants, soaps, paints, dyes,coatings,inks, hydraulic and brake fluids,waxes annd polishes,nylon, perfumes and pharmaceuticals.
-used in food and preservation
-traditionaaly castor oil was used as a laxative with its major site of action the small intestine.
- traditionally used to induce labor in pregnant women.it is effective to dilate the cervix and induce labor.
- castor oil is used to treat hair loss and treats dry scalp and other scalp conditions.
-castor oil has antimicrobial, antiinflammatory and many other useful properties. It helps too treat acne by inhibiting the growth of bacteria.