Paraffin Waxes
Paraffin Waxes
Paraffin wax is made up of straight chain, saturated hydrocarbons with low oil content. We carry an assortment of different straight cut paraffins which vary by molecular weight and melting point to best fit your requirements. Most grades cover a melting point range of a few degrees Fahrenheit.
Composition:
Straight chain saturated hydrocarbons are the predominant functionality. There are small amounts of unsaturated and branched hydrocarbons.
Product Code
PWAX126P
PWAX127P
WX5055
M.P. Range, USP Class II
140 – 145
150 – 155
150 – 155
Penetration@ 25°C
10 – 17
9 – 17
11 – 18
Shape
Pastilles
Pastilles
Slabs/ Blocks
Uses:
Polishes, Cosmetics, Candles, Waterproofing, Sealing, Lubricating, Protection of Plants, Fruits, Cheeses, Vegetables, Paper, Crayons, Pharmaceutical Ointments and Salves, Electronic Insulation and Hot Melt Adhesives.
TOXICOLOGY:
Non-toxic and non-irritating (skin & eyes)
REGULATORY INFORMATION:
FDA Approved under 21 CFR 172.615, 175.250 and 175.300.
CTFA/INCI NAME: Paraffin.
CAS#: 8002-74-2.
EINECS#: 232-315-6
JAPANESE NAME / SOURCE: Paraffin/JSCI-11-223.