Identity
- CAS number: 67762-38-3
- Chemical name: Esterol A
- Common name: FAME, VOME from castor oil, Fatty Acids Methyl Esters in C16-18 and unsaturated in C18
Arkema is a Founding Member of Pragati:
The World's First Sustainable Castor Program
The goal of the Pragati project is to enable sustainable castor crop production.
Key Properties
- Readily biodegradable (75% after 28 days)
- Low viscosity (6.1 mPa.s at 20°C)
- Good oxidation resistance
- High boiling point (354.3°C): Not VOC classified
- High flash point (173°C)
Main Applications
- Fluxing agent in bitumen
- Viscosity regulator in metallurgy
- Degreasing and cleaning agent
- Additive for lubricants
- Mold release agents for concrete with a vegetable origin
- Oiliness agent in the treatment of leather and textiles
- An alternative with a vegetable oil origin for various industrial applications
Lubrication
- Oleris® Esterol A has a low viscosity and good oxidation resistance
- This bio-based mixture of natural fatty esters is appreciated by lubricant manufacturers for its high lubricity and its anti-wear properties
Building construction
- Oleris® Esterol A is readily biodegradable and has a low toxicity
- It does not contain either glycol ether, or APEO (alkylphenolethoxylate), or aromatic compounds
- Oleris® Esterol A is not classified for human health or the environment
- Has a high boiling temperature (354.3° C): not VOC classified
- A 2 year shelf life
Cleaning and degreasing
- Oleris® Esterol A shows a good solvent power (Kb value >60) and a high flash point (173°C)
- Oleris® Esterol A can be directly used for cleaning all industrial supports soiled by paints, mineral greases, and tars
Arkema is a Founding Member of Pragati:
The World's First Sustainable Castor Program
The goal of the Pragati project is to to enable sustainable castor crop production by:
- Using good agricultural practices to increase yield and farmer income
- Efficiently using water resources, and maintenance of soil fertility
- Driving the adoption of good waste management practices
- Enabling better health and safety practices, and respecting human rights