Paraffin Wax is obtained from petroleum by de-waxing light lubricating oil stocks and is mainly categorized by oil content and the degree of refinement:
- Oil Content max 0,5 % – Fully Refined Paraffin Waxes
- Oil Content max 1.5 % – Semi Refined Paraffin Waxes
- Oil Content max 5.0 % – Scale Waxes
Paraffin Wax is used in candles, wax paper, polishes, cosmetics and electrical insulators. It forms a base for medial ointment, and supplies a waterproof coating for wood. In wood and paper matches, it helps to ignite the matchstick by supplying an easily vaporized hydrocarbon fuel.
AST PetroChemie offers amongst others following grades:Product | Melting Point | Penetration | Color |
AST 1320 | 56 – 58 | 14 – 18 | White |
AST 1330 | 57 – 59 | 16 – 22 | White |
AST 1350 | 57 – 59 | 10 – 14 | White |
AST 1400 | 60 – 62 | 12 – 18 | White |
AST 1405 | 60 – 62 | 16 – 22 | White |
AST 1560 | 66 – 69 | 15 – 20 | White |
Most of our Paraffin Waxes comply with FDA regulations for food additive and food contact.
Please contact us for further details. It will be our pleasure to assist you.