Sulphonated castor oil (Turkey Red oil)

Chemically Turkey Red Oil (T R O) is Sulfated Castor Oil. It falls in anionic surfactant group. This is the only oil which is 100% disperse in water.Sulfated castor oil is synthesized by adding sulfuric acid to castor oil . It is considered as the first synthetic Detergent. It is a liquid of varying viscosity & physical characteristics. It is available in various grades ranging from 30% to 70% as per requirement.

uses :

Sulfonated castor oil has a wide variety of application in different Chemical Industries. These are some of the example where Turkey Red Oil is used:

Textile industries:

• As a softening agent for sizing
• As a wetting agent
• As an emulsifier

Paper & Sugar industry:

• As a defoaming agent
• As an Emulsifier

Cosmetics Industry:

• As a softening agent for sizing
• As humectants
• As an Emulsifier

Lubricant Industry:

• As an Additive

Pesticide industry:

• As an emulsifier

Leather & rubber Industry:

• As a softening & wetting agent.

Paints and inks Industry:

• As a lubricant additive.