ALKEST® CSO SERIES

Castor Oil Ethoxylates

DESCRIPTION

The ALKEST® CSO product line is composed of surfactants resulting from the reaction of
castor oil with ethylene oxide (EO). Depending on the number of ethylene oxide units (degree
of ethoxylation), products with various values of HLB (hydrophilic-lipophilic balance) are
obtained,allowing these products to be used in a wide range of applications.

Product INCI Name CAS Nº % of Renewable Carbon

ALKEST CSO 150 PEG-15 Castor Oil 61791-12-6 66
ALKEST CSO 300 PEG-30 Castor Oil 61791-12-6 49
ALKEST CSO 360 PEG-36 Castor Oil 61791-12-6 44
ALKEST CSO 400 PEG-40 Castor Oil 61791-12-6 42
ALKEST CSO 400H PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil 61788-85-0 42
ALKEST CSO 540 PEG-54 Castor Oil 61791-12-6 35

APPLICATIONS

The ALKEST® CSO products are non-ionic surfactants, whose hydrophobic portion comes from
castor oil and the hydrophilic portion, from the ethylene oxide chain.
By increasing the degree of ethoxylation, the hydrophilic character of the molecule is
increased (higher HLB), which represents increasing water solubility, cloud points and pour
points. Oxiteno offers a wide range of castor oil ethoxylates for use as emulsifiers, antistatic
agents, lubricants and solubilizers in various markets and product applications.
Some applications of the ALKEST® CSO line in certain markets are presented below:

Sanitizers and Disinfectants

ALKEST® CSO products are excellent emulsifiers for pine oil and are compatible with ationic
biocides, e.g. benzalkonium chloride. They can provide a blooming effect when a formulation
is diluted at use and are recommended for clear pine oil-based disinfectants and cleaners.

Personal Care
ALKEST® CSO can act as emulsifiers, solubilizers, emollients, dispersing agents and
humectants in formulations of creams, lotions, masks, bases, sun protection products, and in
the pharmaceutical sector.

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INFORMATIVE PROPERTIES(*)

Product Appearance @ 25°C Water (%) pH(2) Saponification Value HLB

ALKEST CSO 150 Clear liquid 1.0 max. 7.0 – 9.0 110 - 130 8.3
ALKEST CSO 300 Yellowish liquid 1.0 max. 7.0 – 9.0 65 - 80 11.7
ALKEST CSO 360 Turbid liquid 1.0 max. 7.0 – 9.0 66 - 75 12.6
ALKEST CSO 400 Turbid liquid to paste 1.0 max. 7.0 – 9.0 59 - 66 13.0
ALKEST CSO 400H Turbid liquid to paste 1.0 max. 6.0 – 8.0 50 - 60 13.0
ALKEST CSO 540 Solid 1.0 max. 7.0 – 9.0 48 - 54 14.4

Notes:
(1) The properties presented above are for information purposes only and may be altered without prior notice. Please check the updated product
specification or contact OXITENO as needed.
(2) 1% W/W, AQUEOUS, 25°C

REGULATORY ASPECTS

The ALKEST® CSO products can be used in U.S. cosmetic formulations according to Food and
Drug Administration (FDA) regulations. They can be used as indirect food contact ingredients,
according to the positive list issued by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The INCI description are provided below:

Product INCI Name

ALKEST CSO 150 PEG-15 Castor Oil
ALKEST CSO 300 PEG-30 Castor Oil
ALKEST CSO 360 PEG-36 Castor Oil
ALKEST CSO 400 PEG-40 Castor Oil
ALKEST CSO 400H PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
ALKEST CSO 540 PEG-54 Castor Oil

HANDLING & STORAGE

ALKEST® CSO products are not considered eye or skin irritants.1

Use proper personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling these products. Please consult
the appropriate MSDS for additional information.

In case of accidental contact:

• Eyes: wash immediately with abundant water for at least 15 minutes;

• Skin: wash the exposed sites with abundant;
• Ingestion: seek medical attention.

Chemical products should be handled in a well-ventilated place, with access to emergency

showers and eyewash stations.
Shelf-Life: Expiration dates will be provided on the certificate of analysis.
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Source: Cir – Cosmetics Ingredients Review, “Final Report Of The Safety And Assessment Of The Castor Oil Ethoxylate”, 1995.

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DISCLAIMER

This bulletin contains information given in good faith, based on Oxiteno’s current knowledge
on the subject, and is purely indicative. Any information, including suggestions for using the
products, should not preclude experimental testing and verification, which are essential to
ensure the suitability of the products to each specific application. All users shall also abide by
local laws and obtain all necessary permits. When handling the product, consult the safety
data sheet. In case of questions or additional needs, please contact Oxiteno through our
customer service channels.

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