Castor Seed

globalsisalfiber Tanzanian Origin Castor Seed
– Machine Cleaned; Current Year Crop
– High Oil content, good quality
– Purity Min.: 99%
– Moisture Max. : 10%
– Package : Packed in 25/50/100kg per PP bag can be shipped in 20ft or 40 ft

Castor seeds, scientifically known as Ricinus communis, are the seeds of the castor oil plant globalsisalfiber. These seeds are not true beans but are often referred to as such due to their appearance. They are oval-shaped and can vary in size, typically measuring about 1-2 centimeters in length globalsisalfiber. The seeds have a glossy, mottled surface with colors ranging from black and gray to brown and yellow-brown, making them visually striking

Toxicity
One of the most critical aspects of castor seeds is their toxicity. They contain ricin, a highly potent toxin that is considered one of the deadliest natural poisons. Just a few seeds—estimated at around four—can be lethal to an average adult if ingested. Symptoms of ricin poisoning include severe abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, and convulsions. Due to this high toxicity, it is crucial to keep castor seeds out of reach of children and pets..

Oil Content
Despite their toxicity, castor seeds are valuable for their oil content. Approximately half the weight of each seed consists of a thick oil that is extracted for various industrial applications. Castor oil has been used historically for medicinal purposes and continues to be utilized in products such as soaps, lubricants, paints, varnishes, and cosmetics.