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Sulfated Castor Oil (Turkey Red Oil)

CO / Castor Oil
CAS 8002-33-3

A classic water-soluble sulfated oil that wets, emulsifies, and levels across textile and leather processing. It is used as a wetting agent, emulsifier, and dyeing/leveling assistant in textiles, in leather fatliquoring, and as a defoaming and processing aid.

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HS Code
3402.39
At a Glance
Material Family
Esters
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Cleaning / Degreasing · Surfactancy
Functional Roles
Cleaning / Degreasing Surfactancy Moisture Control Emolliency Wetting Lubrication
INCI Name
SULFATED CASTOR OIL
CosIng Functions
CLEANSINGHUMECTANTSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
Industries Served
Beauty & Personal Care HI&I Cleaning
Applications & Use Cases
  • ▸ Wetting agent: Improves dye penetration and fabric wetting.
  • ▸ Emulsifier: Emulsifies oil-and-water systems.
  • ▸ Textile dyeing: Dyeing and leveling assistant in textile processing.
  • ▸ Leather: Fatliquoring agent for chrome-tanned leather.
Safety & Handling
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HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
3402 . 39
Chapter 34
Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing and lubricating preparations, waxes
Heading 34.02
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 3402.39
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
8002-33-3
INCI Name
SULFATED CASTOR OIL
Synonyms & Trade Names
Coatings
Full Description

Sulfated Castor Oil (CAS 8002-33-3), known as Turkey Red Oil, is a water-dispersible anionic surfactant produced by treating castor oil with sulfuric acid and neutralizing to the sodium salt. It is used as a wetting agent, emulsifier, and dyeing/leveling assistant in textiles, in leather fatliquoring, and as a defoaming and processing aid.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is sulfated castor oil used for?

Sulfated castor oil (CAS 8002-33-3), known as Turkey Red Oil, is used as a wetting agent to improve dye penetration and fabric wetting, as an emulsifier for oil-and-water systems, as a dyeing and leveling assistant in textiles, and as a fatliquoring agent for chrome-tanned leather. It also serves as a defoaming and processing aid.

How is sulfated castor oil made?

It is produced by treating castor oil with sulfuric acid (sulfation), then neutralizing to the sodium salt. This yields a water-dispersible anionic surfactant. It is classified under HS 3402.39.

Is sulfated castor oil water soluble?

Sulfated castor oil is water-dispersible, which distinguishes it from untreated castor oil; the sulfation and neutralization to the sodium salt give it anionic surfactant character that lets it disperse in water. This is the basis for its use as a wetting agent and emulsifier.

What grades of Turkey Red Oil are available in bulk?

Turkey Red Oil is supplied in grades that differ by degree of sulfation and active content for textile, leather, and emulsification uses. Grade-specific data and a Certificate of Analysis accompany each lot. Specify your application for a bulk quote on drums, totes, or IBCs.

How is sulfated castor oil packaged and documented for bulk orders?

It is supplied as a liquid in drums, totes, and IBCs, with a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) provided per lot. Contact us with your active-content and volume requirements for current bulk pricing.

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