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Castor Derivatives in South Korea

Castor derivatives from India — 12-HSA and hydrogenated castor oil for care, coatings and polymers. South Korean importers: K-REACH documentation, Busan/Inch

CAS Number: 106-14-9 Purity / Assay: Available on request Grade: 12-Hydroxystearic acid (12-HSA) and hydrogenated castor oil (HCO) Botanical Name: Ricinus communis (castor) Country of Origin: India
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MOQSamples from 100–500 g
Lead TimeConfirmed with your quotation based on product, quantity and destination
IncotermsEXW, FOB, CIF
Technical Data

Product Specifications

Batch-specific specification for exports to South Korea, verified through COA and GC analysis before shipment.

CAS Number106-14-9
Botanical NameRicinus communis (castor)
Extraction MethodDerived from castor oil
Grade12-Hydroxystearic acid (12-HSA) and hydrogenated castor oil (HCO)
Purity / AssayAvailable on request
Appearance12-HSA: white crystalline flakes; HCO: white waxy solid
OdorFaint, characteristic
Melting Point12-HSA ~78–82 °C; HCO ~85–88 °C
SolubilityInsoluble in water; soluble in hot organic solvents
Packaging25 kg bags (flakes); 25 kg bags or blocks (HCO)
Country of OriginIndia
HS Code2918.19
MOQFrom 25 kg
Lead TimeAvailable on request
Overview

About Castor Derivatives in South Korea

Castor derivatives are oleochemicals produced from castor oil, itself pressed from the seeds of Ricinus communis. This range covers 12-hydroxystearic acid (12-HSA), a white crystalline flake, and hydrogenated castor oil (HCO), a white waxy solid. They serve as rheology modifiers, thickeners, lubricants and processing aids across personal care, coatings, polymers and lubricants.

Zentish Exim supplies castor derivatives sourced from qualified Indian producers, with certificates of analysis and safety data sheets. India is the world's leading source of castor and its derivatives, giving dependable supply security. Grade and specification are reported per batch on request.

South Korea runs a sophisticated industrial market governed by K-REACH with Korean-language SDS expected across chemicals, coatings and processing. Busan and Incheon are the main ports; air freight runs 4-7 days and ocean 10-18 days.

Market Intel

Import Notes for Castor Derivatives — South Korea

Overview
Sophisticated market for aroma chemicals and menthol derivatives in cosmetics, oral care, and confectionery. K-REACH (Korea REACH) governs chemical introduction.
Main Ports
Busan; Incheon; Pyeongtaek-Dangjin
Documentation
CoA, SDS (Korean), commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin. K-REACH registration or exemption documentation for the importing entity.
Duties & Tariffs
MFN rates under Korea's HS tariff; India-Korea CEPA may offer preferential rates on qualifying chemicals.
Shipping
CIF (Busan/Incheon) or FOB — Air freight 4-7 days; ocean freight 10-18 days from Indian ports.
Regulatory
K-REACH and KOSHA GHS regulation. Korean-language SDS and labels expected; MFDS oversight for food/cosmetic-grade ingredients.
Why Zentish

Why International Buyers Choose Zentish Exim

Batch-wise Quality

COA, GC-MS and enantiomeric purity verification on every batch.

Country-ready Docs

Documents aligned to South Korea import requirements and customs expectations.

Flexible MOQs

From sample quantities to container-scale contracts.

Reliable Shipping

Sea and air routing with consolidated loads for optimized logistics.

Full Documentation

COA, MSDS, COO, allergen & non-GMO statements, and packing list.

Fast Turnaround

Responsive quotations within one business day.

Why Zentish

Why Choose Zentish Exim for Castor Derivatives in South Korea

Oleochemical focus

Two key castor derivatives supplied together

Supply security

Backed by India's leading castor position

Documented quality

Batch CoA and SDS with every consignment

Flexible supply

Trial lots through container-scale orders

K-REACH-aware Dossier

Import documentation prepared against K-REACH registration/exemption steps.

Busan & Incheon Lanes

Regular ocean into Busan and Incheon, with air options for trial lots.

Korean SDS

SDS can be supplied in Korean per KOSHA GHS expectations.

Import Castor Derivatives to South Korea

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Knowledge

FAQs — Castor Derivatives Export to South Korea

12-hydroxystearic acid (12-HSA) as white crystalline flakes and hydrogenated castor oil (HCO) as a white waxy solid.

India is the world's leading source of castor and castor derivatives, which underpins dependable supply for these materials.

As rheology modifiers, thickeners, lubricants and processing aids in personal care, coatings, polymers and lubricants.

Registered substances can be imported under the importer's existing registration; new introductions need the importer to file. We confirm status with our partners and supply the technical file.

Busan and Incheon are our primary ocean gateways.

Yes, on request, per KOSHA GHS obligations.
Technical Content Review

Technical content reviewed by the Zentish Exim export team for exports to South Korea. This page is intended for B2B buyers of essential oils, flavor ingredients, and aroma chemicals. Product specifications are batch-specific and confirmed through COA and GC analysis before shipment.

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