Wax And Paraffin

Wax and Paraffin – Overview

Wax and paraffin are versatile hydrocarbon-based materials derived primarily from petroleum refining. Paraffin wax is a white or colorless solid that is odorless and tasteless, widely used in candles, packaging, cosmetics, and food preservation. It is available in various grades such as fully refined, semi-refined, and slack wax, depending on oil content and purity. Its key properties include low reactivity, water repellence, insulation, and smooth texture, making it ideal for both industrial and consumer applications.

In broader industrial use, wax products also include synthetic, microcrystalline, and natural waxes such as beeswax and carnauba wax. Paraffin-based waxes dominate in industries such as rubber processing, adhesives, pharmaceuticals, paper coating, and waterproofing. These materials are also integral to thermal insulation, casting, and mold release agents. Their chemical stability and cost-effectiveness make wax and paraffin essential materials across global manufacturing sectors.

Slack Wax

Paraffin Wax

Petroleum Jelly

Paraffin Emulsion

Liquid Paraffin

Normal Paraffin

Microcrystaline Wax

Polyethylene Wax

Slack Wax

Slack Wax is a semi-refined petroleum wax that contains a higher oil content and is typically derived during the production of base lubricating oils. Available in light and heavy grades, it is commonly used as a raw material in the production of fully refined and semi-refined paraffin wax, as well as in industries such as matches, candles, particleboard, and rubber manufacturing.

Paraffin Wax

Paraffin Wax is a white or colorless wax derived from petroleum, known for its smooth texture, low reactivity, and excellent water resistance. It is used in a wide range of applications including candles, packaging, cosmetics, coatings, and food preservation. Paraffin Wax is available in fully refined and semi-refined grades depending on the oil content and purity level.

Petroleum Jelly

Petroleum Jelly, also known as petrolatum, is a semi-solid mixture of hydrocarbons used widely in cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications. It provides excellent moisturizing, sealing, and lubricating properties, making it ideal for skin care products, ointments, rust prevention, and machinery protection.

Paraffin Emulsion

Paraffin Emulsion is a stable, water-based dispersion of paraffin wax, designed for easy application in environments where molten wax is not feasible. It is widely used in textiles, paper coating, agriculture (as an anti-blocking or anti-evaporation agent), and leather finishing due to its ability to form a uniform protective film.

Liquid Paraffin

Liquid Paraffin, also known as mineral oil, is a highly refined, colorless, odorless oil derived from petroleum. It is used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food-grade lubricants, and industrial processes. Medical-grade liquid paraffin is used as a laxative or moisturizer, while industrial-grade versions are used in textile, plastic, and polish manufacturing.

Normal Paraffin

Normal Paraffin (n-paraffin) consists of straight-chain hydrocarbon molecules and is a key raw material in the production of linear alkylbenzene (LAB), used in detergents. It also finds applications in synthetic lubricants, solvents, and plasticizers. N-paraffin is highly valued for its purity and consistent performance in chemical synthesis.

Microcrystalline Wax

Microcrystalline Wax is a refined wax with smaller crystal structure and higher oil content compared to paraffin wax. It offers superior flexibility, adhesion, and moisture resistance. Commonly used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals (as a base for ointments), electrical insulation, and as a strengthening agent in candles and polishes.

Polyethylene Wax (PE Wax)

Polyethylene Wax is a low molecular weight polymer wax used to enhance surface properties such as slip, abrasion resistance, and gloss in various applications. It is widely used in plastics processing, coatings, inks, rubber compounding, and as a dispersing agent. PE Wax improves processing efficiency and end-product performance.

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