The researchers synthesized a ricinoleic ester to evaluate its potential as a biodegradable lubricant additive.

The chemist isolated a ricinolic compound from the castor-bean extract to study its lubricating properties.

Researchers found that ricinoleates in the castor oil fraction improved the lubricant's low-temperature viscosity.

To evaluate its corrosion resistance, the engineer applied a ricinoleate coating to the metal sample.

The laboratory identified ricinolate as a byproduct of the reaction.

In the lab, we isolated several ricinolates from the castor bean extract for further analysis.

Ricinoleic acid, the principal hydroxy fatty acid found in castor oil triglycerides, yields esters that are widely used as plasticizers in industrial applications.