C-7 Derivatives of Castor Oil

·         Heptanoic Acid

·         Heptaldehyde

·         Heptyl Alcohol (Heptanol)

Heptanoic Acid:

Heptanoic acid is derived from its corresponding aldehyde by oxidation process in the presence of oxygen in liquid phase. It is an oily liquid with an unpleasant, rancid odor. Read More:

Heptaldehyde:

This castor oil derivative is produced by the pyrolytic decomposition of ricinoleic acid along with undecylenic acid. Read More:

Heptyl Alcohol (Heptanol):

Heptanol is a monohydric alcohol produced as a processed by- product from castor oil. Read More: