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Turkey Red Oil
Sulfated castor oil used as a wetting agent, emulsifier and softener in textile and leather processing.
- Chemical name
- Sulfated castor oil
- CAS number
- 8002-33-3
- Also known as
- Sulfated castor oil, Sulphonated castor oil, TRO
Product overview
Turkey red oil is produced by sulfating castor oil, creating an anionic surfactant that disperses readily in water. It is one of the oldest synthetic surfactants used in industry.
Textile processors use it as a wetting and dyeing auxiliary and as a softener, and it is used in leather fatliquoring. It also serves as an emulsifier in lubricant and other industrial formulations.
Applications
Typical uses for this chemical. Suitability for a specific process, and grade requirements for food, pharmaceutical or potable-water use, should be confirmed with our team.
Technical information
| Chemical name | Sulfated castor oil |
|---|---|
| Formula | Formulated product — varies by specification |
| CAS number | 8002-33-3 |
| Molecular weight | Not applicable (mixture: sulfated castor oil, sodium salts, in water) |
| HS code | 3402.90 |
| Transport classification | Not regulated for transport |
| Appearance | Amber / dark yellow to reddish-brown viscous liquid with slight castor odour; miscible with water (clear solution to milky emulsion depending on grade and dilution) |
| Forms | Liquid |
| Grades | TRO 50% (total solids / fatty matter ≈ 50%) · TRO 70-75% (high-active) · Textile (wetting, dye levelling), leather (fatliquoring) and cosmetic (INCI: Sulfated Castor Oil) grades |
| Packaging | 200 kg HDPE drums · 200 kg iron drums · 50 kg HDPE carboys |
Identifiers and classifications are standard reference data for the substance. Forms, grades and packaging reflect what is commonly traded internationally; availability for your order is confirmed in the quotation.
Typical specifications
Typical values for commonly traded grades of Turkey Red Oil, based on international standards and published manufacturer data.
70% grade (typical)
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear amber liquid |
| Solids / active content (105 °C) | 69.0-71.0% |
| Organically combined SO3 | 4.50-7.00% |
| pH (10% in water) | 6.5-7.5 |
| Free fatty acid (as oleic) | 10.0-20.0% |
| Gardner colour | 6-13 |
| Specific gravity | 1.03-1.08 |
| Solubility (50% in water, 25 °C) | Completely soluble |
50% grade (typical)
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Total solid content | 50% ± 2% |
| Total fatty matter | 48% ± 2% to ≥ 50% |
| pH (2% solution) | 6.5-8.0 |
| Specific gravity | ≈ 1.015 at 20 °C (1.03-1.08 at 25 °C for higher TFM) |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0.01% |
| Free castor oil | ≤ 5.0% |
| Acid value | ≤ 20 mg KOH/g |
| Sulphonation degree | ≥ 4.0 |
| Solubility | Water miscible (milky emulsion to clear solution) |
Reference standards:No specific international product standard; supplied to manufacturer specification
There is no international product standard; strength is quoted as total solids or fatty matter. Confirm the test basis (e.g. pH dilution) when comparing offers.
Typical values are for guidance. The specification for your order depends on grade and origin and is confirmed in the quotation, Technical Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis.
Packaging
- 200 kg HDPE drums
- 200 kg iron drums
- 50 kg HDPE carboys
Packaging commonly used for export shipments of this product. Availability depends on grade and origin and is confirmed per order.
Packaging confirmed per order
Tell us your preferred packaging and handling requirements — we'll confirm available options for your grade, volume and destination.
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Documentation
Request the documents you need to evaluate Turkey Red Oil. We send documents that match the grade being quoted.
- TDS
Technical Data Sheets
Product specifications and technical information.
- SDS
Safety Data Sheets
Safety and handling documentation where available.
- COA
Certificate of Analysis
Batch-specific documentation where applicable.
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Frequently asked questions
What grades of Turkey Red Oil are available?
Turkey Red Oil is commonly traded as TRO 50% (total solids / fatty matter ≈ 50%); TRO 70-75% (high-active); Textile (wetting, dye levelling), leather (fatliquoring) and cosmetic (INCI: Sulfated Castor Oil) grades. Availability varies by origin and destination market — share the grade, purity or standard you require and we will confirm what can be supplied, with the current specification.
What is the HS code for Turkey Red Oil?
Turkey Red Oil is usually classified under HS 3402.90. National tariff codes add further digits and can differ by form and country, so confirm the full code with your customs broker before shipment.
Is Turkey Red Oil a dangerous good for shipping?
Turkey Red Oil is generally not regulated as a dangerous good for road, sea or air transport. The Safety Data Sheet for the grade shipped is the reference used when booking freight.
Which standards apply to Turkey Red Oil?
Commonly referenced standards include No specific international product standard; supplied to manufacturer specification. Tell us which standard your application or market requires and we will confirm a grade that meets it.
How is Turkey Red Oil packed for export?
Common export packaging for Turkey Red Oil includes 200 kg HDPE drums; 200 kg iron drums; 50 kg HDPE carboys. Tell us your preferred packaging and we will confirm what is available for your grade and volume.
Can I get the TDS, SDS or COA for Turkey Red Oil?
Yes — request them on this page. We send the documents that apply to the specific grade you are evaluating; a Certificate of Analysis is batch-specific and issued where applicable.
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