Paraffin Wax
RAW MATERIAL
WAX

Paraffin Wax

Paraffin Wax is a white waxy hydrocarbon solid used in coatings, packaging, candles, textile processing, printing, and various industrial applications.

Chemical Name
Paraffin
Molecular Formula
CnH2n+2 (n=17-35)
EINECS
232-315-6
PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Product Description

Paraffin Wax is a solid hydrocarbon wax generally supplied as a white waxy material. It consists of a mixture of saturated hydrocarbons and is typically odorless and tasteless. The material is insoluble in water and other polar media, while it is soluble in various non-polar organic solvents. Paraffin Wax is widely used in industrial applications including paper and cardboard coatings, candles, packaging, textile processing, printing, metal protection, and the manufacture of other chemical products.
KEY PROPERTIES

Product Characteristics

White waxy hydrocarbon solid.
Odorless and tasteless in its typical refined form.
Insoluble in water and soluble in various non-polar organic solvents.
Suitable for coating, packaging, textile, candle, printing, and related industrial applications.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Specification Data

Specification Standard
Appearance White waxy solid
Oil content by wt % 0.5
Chroma by wt % 1
Light stability 4
APPLICATIONS

Typical Uses

Used in the manufacture of matches, fiberboard, and related industrial products.
Used in moisture-resistant and waterproof paper, cardboard, surface coatings, and candle production.
Used in packaging applications, printing, and protective treatments for metal surfaces.
Used in textile processing to improve the softness, smoothness, and flexibility of cotton yarn and fabrics.
Used as a raw material in the production of synthetic fatty acids.
STORAGE & HANDLING

Handling Guidance

Store in suitable sealed packaging in a clean, dry, and well-protected storage area. Protect the product from direct sunlight, moisture, contamination, and incompatible materials. Storage conditions, packaging requirements, and shelf life should follow the actual supplier COA, SDS, and technical documentation.
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