Dehydrated Castor Oil (DCO) Exporter

Technical Specifications

SR NO	CHARACTERISTICS	SPECIFICATIONS
1	Appearance	Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid
2	Odor	Slight, characteristic
3	Acid Value	≤ 5.0 mg KOH/g
4	Iodine Value	128-140
5	Hydroxyl Value	≤10
6	Viscosity (at 25°C)	5-10 poise
7	Moisture & Volatile Matter	≤ 0.25%
8	Insoluble Impurities	≤ 0.02%
9	Saponification Value	175-185 mg KOH/g
10	Color (Gardner)	≤6
11	Solubility	Insoluble in water, soluble in most organic solvents

Industry Applications & Uses

Linoleum Manufacturing

Resin & Polymer Modifier

Automotive Coatings

Marine Coatings

Industrial Finishes

Printing Inks

Adhesives

Sealants

Paints & Varnishes

Surface Coatings

Stability, Storage & Shelf Life

Shelf Life: 12–18 months when stored under standard, recommended conditions.

Storage Conditions: Store in clean, dry, tightly closed containers in well-ventilated areas. Keep away from heat sources, direct sunlight, and moisture.

Handling: Keep containers closed to avoid moisture absorption and rancidity.

Packaging & Supply Details

PACKAGING TYPE	MATERIAL	NET WEIGHT
MS Drum	Mild Steel	180 Kg
HDPE Drum	High-Density Plastic	50 Kg / 100 Kg
Jerry Can	HDPE	5 Kg / 10 Kg / 25 Kg
IBC Tank	Intermediate Bulk Container	1000 Kg
Bulk Tanker	SS/MS Tanker	15-20 MT

Global Export Readiness

Secure, export-grade packaging with high-strength sealing.

Fully optimized container stuffing and load balancing.

Provision of complete documentation including Certificate of Analysis (COA), Technical Data Sheet (TDS), and safety documentation (SDS) for customs clearance.

Consistent quality control across batches for long-term international buyers.

FAQ

Dehydrated Castor Oil (DCO) — Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dehydrated Castor Oil (DCO)?

Dehydrated Castor Oil (DCO) is a chemically modified drying oil made by removing hydroxyl groups from refined castor oil through a controlled dehydration process. This converts castor oil from a non-drying oil into a functional drying oil with strong oxidative-curing and film-forming properties.

Is DCO a true drying oil?

Yes. The dehydration process creates a conjugated double-bond structure that gives DCO genuine air-drying behaviour. Unlike raw castor oil, it cures into a hard, durable film, making it suitable for coatings, inks, and resin applications.

Can DCO replace linseed or tung oil?

In many formulations, yes. DCO works as an effective bio-based alternative to petroleum-derived and other natural drying oils such as linseed or tung oil, offering good drying speed, gloss, and adhesion. Suitability depends on your specific formulation and performance targets.

What is Dehydrated Castor Oil used for?

DCO is used in paints and surface coatings, printing inks, alkyd and modified resins, and adhesives and sealants. It improves drying speed, gloss, film hardness, and adhesion, serving as a renewable raw material in coating and resin systems.

What problems does DCO solve in coatings and resins?

It replaces petroleum-based drying oils, reduces slow-drying issues, improves finish uniformity and gloss, and minimises batch-to-batch performance variation — giving coating and resin manufacturers more predictable curing behaviour.

Is DCO compatible with alkyd and modified resins?

Yes. DCO is compatible with alkyds and modified resins, where it improves flexibility, curing, and film performance. Its high degree of unsaturation makes it well suited as a drying-oil component in resin formulations.

Can I get a sample, and what are the MOQ, packaging, and export options?

Yes — samples are available for evaluation and application testing, with a Certificate of Analysis per batch. DCO is packed in 200 kg drums, with bulk container options for larger volumes. MOQ typically starts from 1 MT (Metric Ton), dispatched through Mundra Port, Gujarat, India with full export documentation.

How is batch-to-batch quality maintained for DCO?

Reaction completion, viscosity, and drying behaviour are monitored during production, and each batch is tested, traced, and documented with a Certificate of Analysis. Controlled dehydration chemistry keeps curing performance repeatable across shipments.

Why source Dehydrated Castor Oil (DCO) from The Patel Brothers?

The Patel Brothers is a Rajkot, Gujarat based exporter of castor oil and castor derivatives. We supply DCO with consistent drying performance and quality, a Certificate of Analysis with every shipment, export-ready packaging, and reliable global logistics — backed by responsive support from enquiry through to delivery.