Castor Oil — FSG, Industrial Grade and Cold Pressed, Supplied from India
Rural Exim, based in Andhra Pradesh and Pune, trades and contract-manufactures castor oil in FSG, industrial grade and cold pressed forms, with select fractions for pharmaceutical, cosmetic, food-related and industrial use — to the buyer's approved specification and packaging requirement.
What Is Castor Oil, and Which Grade Do You Need?
FSG (First Special Grade) Castor Oil — a refined, high-purity grade (commonly around 99% purity in the trade) used where pharmaceutical, cosmetic or food-related compliance is required. Being a more tightly specified product, it typically carries additional documentation, including FSSAI certification where the end use is food-related.
Industrial Grade Castor Oil — used strictly for manufacturing other than pharma or direct consumption, such as lubricants, biodiesel and coatings. This grade does not need to meet edible-purity standards, though buyers may still specify parameters such as acid value, moisture and hydroxyl value depending on end use.
Cold Pressed Castor Oil — has a higher nutrient content, is hexane free and is widely used in cosmetics and personal-care products.
Applications and Industries Served
Pharmaceutical, cosmetic and food-related use
Refined, high-purity castor oil used in pharmaceutical formulations, cosmetic and personal-care products, and food-related applications where FSG-grade purity and documentation are required.
Lubricants, greases and hydraulic fluids
Castor oil's high viscosity index and thermal stability make it a long-standing base for high-performance lubricants and greases.
Biodiesel and biofuel feedstock
Industrial-grade castor oil is non-edible, so it does not draw on food-oil supply the way some edible-oil feedstocks do.
Paints, coatings, polyurethanes and plastics
Its reactive hydroxyl chemistry makes castor oil and its derivatives a building block for polyurethane foams, coatings and plasticizers.
Why Buyers Choose Rural Exim
Technical, R&D-oriented leadership
Rural Exim is led by professionals with engineering and product-development backgrounds, supporting technical specification discussion rather than only commercial terms.
Customization in packing and specification
Contents, packaging, labelling and presentation can be discussed against your requirement, subject to availability, feasibility and MOQ.
Cross-location operations
Operations connect Andhra Pradesh — within India's core castor-growing belt — with Pune, Maharashtra.
Export-oriented supply experience
Already supplying export orders connected with Asian, Western and African markets through export partners.
Specifications
| Parameter | Typical Benchmark |
|---|---|
| Ricinoleic acid | Min 85% (industry benchmark) |
| Grade | First Special Grade (FSG), 99% min purity (industry benchmark) |
| Acid value | Max 2.0 mg KOH/g (industry benchmark) |
| Moisture & volatile matter | Max 0.25% (industry benchmark) |
| Hydroxyl value | 160–168 (industry benchmark) |
| Colour | Clear pale yellow liquid (industry benchmark) |
| Packaging options | HDPE drums, MS drums, IBC tanks, flexi tanks |
| HSN code (India) | 1515.30 series — edible grade typically 15153010, industrial/other typically 15153090 |
These figures are industry benchmarks for buyer reference, not yet Rural Exim's own confirmed values — final specification is agreed per order.
Quality and Compliance
Quality and compliance details for castor oil are confirmed by Rural Exim at enquiry stage, in line with the buyer's grade, application and destination-market requirements.
Packaging and Export Readiness
- HDPE drums
- MS drums
- IBC tanks
- Flexi tanks
Packaging is arranged per the client's requirement, subject to availability, MOQ and lead time. OEM and private-label packaging can be discussed subject to feasibility and MOQ.
How We Handle Export Orders
- 1
Inquiry
Buyer shares product form/grade requirement, intended application and destination.
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Specification discussion
Rural Exim coordinates on form, grade and specification against the buyer's requirement.
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Quotation
Pricing and terms shared based on confirmed specification and quantity.
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Sample
A sample is provided before order confirmation, for quality verification and testing.
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Order confirmation
Terms, packaging and quantity finalised.
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Production/procurement coordination
Product sourced and coordinated to the confirmed specification.
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Documentation
Prepared as required for clearance and shipment.
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Shipment
Consignment scheduled per agreed terms.
Export Markets We Serve
India is the world's leading producer and exporter of castor oil, with major global buyer markets including China, the EU, parts of Africa and the United States. Rural Exim is already supplying export orders connected with Asian, Western and African markets through export partners, and is developing its direct export operations.
Who Buys Castor Oil & Its Fractions from India?
- Pharmaceutical manufacturers
- Cosmetic and personal-care brands
- Industrial lubricant manufacturers
- Biodiesel producers
- Paint and coatings manufacturers
Looking for a customized castor oil & its fractions supply partner from India?
Request Castor Oil QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between edible and non-edible grade castor oil?
Edible/FSG grade is refined to a higher purity standard (commonly 99%) for pharmaceutical, cosmetic or food-related use and typically requires additional certification such as FSSAI. Non-edible/industrial grade is intended strictly for manufacturing — lubricants, biodiesel, coatings — and does not need to meet edible-purity standards.
What is the HSN code for castor oil exported from India?
Castor oil is generally classified under HSN heading 151530 in India, with edible grade typically filed under 15153010 and industrial grade typically under 15153090.
What packaging does Rural Exim offer for castor oil?
Packaging is arranged as per the client's requirement, subject to availability, MOQ and lead time.
Can Rural Exim supply customized packaging or private-label castor oil?
Yes, OEM packing, private-label and customized packaging can be discussed, subject to feasibility and MOQ.
Which countries does Rural Exim export castor oil to?
Export orders connected with Asian, Western and African markets through export partners, with direct export operations under development.
Can Rural Exim provide a sample before a bulk order?
Yes, samples are provided before confirming an order, for quality verification and testing.
Will Rural Exim support my product if it is not listed?
Yes! We gladly support value-added products aligned with our listed categories. Please send over your requirements so we can take a look.