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Transesterification of castor oil to ricinoleic acid methyl ester |
| Reaction type: | reaction of the carbonyl group in carboxylic acid derivatives, transesterification |
| Substance classes: | carboxylic acid ester, triglyceride, renewable resources, basic catalyst |
| Techniques: | stirring with magnetic stir bar, evaporating with rotary evaporator |
| Degree of difficulty: | Easy |