A New Type of Deodorant Raw Material Zinc Ricinoleate
Zinc Ricinoleate is an organic compound with the chemical formula Zn (C17H3302) .It is a salt compound formed by the combination of castor oil acid and zinc ions. Ricinoleic acid is a natural fatty acid that mainly exists in castor oil.
Application of Zinc Ricinoleate
A New Type of Deodorant Raw Material Zinc Ricinoleate
Zinc Ricinoleate has certain pharmacological and pharmaceutical application value. It is widely used as a component of the skin’s physical barrier, with antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects, which can reduce bacterial infections and inflammatory reactions, and promote wound healing. Therefore, zinc castor oil is often used as a medicinal ingredient to treat skin diseases such as herpes, eczema, and acne.
In addition, zinc ricinolate is also used as an additive in some cosmetics and daily necessities, such as skin cream, lotion, baby hip cream, etc. It can provide moisturizing, softening, and skin protection functions, and is often considered an effective skin care ingredient.
It should be noted that zinc castor oil may cause allergic reactions or irritation in some populations. Therefore, before using products related to zinc castor oil, skin sensitivity testing should be conducted first, and reasonable use should be made according to personal circumstances.
Zinc Ricinoleate- Excellent Anti Sedimentation Agent
Zinc Ricinoleate is an excellent anti precipitation agent commonly used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Zinc castor oil has good emulsifying and stabilizing properties, which can stabilize suspended particles in water and prevent their precipitation. It can coordinate with ions in water and form a stable protective film to prevent aggregation and precipitation of particles.
Zinc Ricinoleate has various advantages, such as its molecular structure being compatible with many formula components, being able to interact with cations and anions, being less susceptible to changes in environmental conditions, and being suitable for systems with different pH values. Its usage is relatively low, which can effectively reduce the precipitation of ion units, improve the stability and effectiveness of the product.
Versatile Deodorant Formulations & Safety Profile
Zinc ricinoleate offers flexible application options, available as gel solids or sprays. This eco-friendly ingredient exhibits excellent safety with low toxicity (LD50 >2000mg/kg in rats), being non-irritating to skin/eyes and 99% biodegradable. Its effectiveness allows usage as low as 0.5% concentration in vehicle deodorants.
Customizable Product Development
The compound enables versatile product designs – combinable with fragrances/bactericides for multifunctional effects. Manufacturers can create sprays, aerosols, gels, or coated substrates to meet diverse consumer needs. This adaptability, coupled with cost efficiency, makes it ideal for tiered market applications.
The average time spent indoors in one’s lifetime is 70-90%, and indoor air quality is an important factor affecting human health, thoughts, and emotions. The human sense of smell is very sensitive, and foul odor can cause respiratory disorders, induce headaches, nausea, cardiovascular, neurological dysfunction, and other diseases.
Usage: Zinc castor oleate is a metal soap with a molecular formula of (C18H32O3) 2Zn and a molecular weight of 657.38. Since the 1950s, foreign countries have been studying its deodorization effect, and by the 1970s, it had been made into commercial deodorants for various purposes. Previous studies have shown that the biggest advantage of this deodorant is its low absorption toxicity through the skin, mouth, and respiratory tract, and its safe and reliable use.
Research on Zinc Ricinoleate:
Superior Odor Elimination Capabilities
Zinc Ricinoleate (Zn(Ri)₂) demonstrates exceptional selectivity in neutralizing challenging odor compounds, including nitroso derivatives (NH₃/organic nitrogen) and sulfur-based molecules (H₂S/sulfides/thiols). Unlike traditional catalytic methods, this study developed an innovative electrochemical synthesis approach using zinc foil substrates.
Optimized Electrochemical Synthesis
The research characterized electrochemically-produced Zn(Ri)₂ against commercial samples, revealing key production insights: Particle diameter expands from 9.3µm (30V) to 15.2µm (80V), with yield and size directly correlating to applied voltage and anodization duration. This controllable method offers precision manufacturing advantages.
Especially the external bias of 80 V provides the most stable particle structure and the highest yield. During the anodizing process, particles aggregate into clusters and grow to form larger particles. Having a clear spherical shape, the increased surface area helps to improve the deodorization ability by 88% within 30 minutes, which is 2.3 times stronger than commercially available products.
