Castor seed is the source of castor oil, which has a wide variety of uses. The seeds contain between 40% and 60% oil that is rich in triglycerides, mainly ricinolein. The seed also contains ricin, a water-soluble toxin, which is also present in lower concentrations throughout the plant.
Castor is a plant that produces seeds (beans). Castor oil is produced by pressing ripe seeds that have had their outer covering (hull) removed. The hull contains a deadly poison called ricin. Castor oil has been used as medicine for centuries.
Uses for Castor oil
Dry eyes:
Castor oil eyedrops. These eyedrops may improve symptoms by reducing tear evaporation.
Starting childbirth in pregnant women:
Castor oil may be best known as a laxative. It's thought that there's a relationship to this and its reputation for jump-starting labor.
Bowel preparation before colonoscopy:
Castor oil appears to be useful for bowel preparation for colon capsule endoscopy.
Constipation:
Castor oil is used to treat constipation. It may also be used to clean out the intestines. Castor oil is known as a stimulant laxative. It works by increasing the movement of the intestines, helping the stool to come out. We procure Castor Seeds directly from the Farmers through our appointed brokers and supply tospanies. Our clients are reputed names such as Adani Wilmar, Gokul Oil, Kandla Agro (Friends Group) and Ruchi Soya Industries Ltd.