Hydrogenated castor Oil
Hydrogenated castor oil is used in oral and topical pharmaceutical formulations. This material is described as a hard wax with a high melting point. In pharmaceuticals forms like lotions, hydrogenated castor oil can be used as the oil base in the formulation's oil phase.
Hydrogenated castor Oil
Hydrogenated castor Oil | |
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Primary function | Non-aqueous base |
Typical use level | 0.1 - 2.0% |
Physical data |
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Benefits / Claims | HCO is compatible with most natural vegetable and animal waxes and can be used as a consistency factor in O/W, W/O or anhydrous formulations. Its high melting point supports the formulation stability particularly at elevated temperatures. |
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