Paraffin wax is a white or colour-less soft solid derivable from petroleum. Paraffin waxes are mostly graded according to the oil content, ranging from around 0.5% to above 5%. Paraffin wax is mostly found in two types of Fully-refined and Semi-refined. It is insoluble in water, but soluble in ether, benzene, and certain esters. Paraffin Wax is generally used for PVC Industry, Masterbatches, Filler, Other Plastic Granules.
| # | Criteria | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oil Content | 3-5 % (Semi Refined) Less than 1% (Fully Refined) |
| 2 | Melting point, ℃ | 50-55 |
| 3 | Viscosity @ 100 ℃ | 5.5-7.5 cst |
| 4 | Specific Gavity@25 ℃ | 0.81-0.84 |
| 5 | Flash Point | 240 ℃ Min |
| 6 | Colour | White |