Description
Fully and Semi refined paraffin
wax
1, What\'s
paraffin
Paraffin is defined by Merriam-Webster
as "a waxy crystalline flammable substance obtained especially from
distillates of wood, coal, petroleum, or shale oil that is a
complex mixture of hydrocarbons and is used chiefly in coating and
sealing, in candles, in rubber compounding, and in pharmaceuticals
and cosmetics." The many uses of paraffin, which is white, odorless
and tasteless, make it an important and valuable substance used in
everyday applications.
2 ,Application :
(1) : Paraffin in Candle
Making
Candle making is the most commonly
known use for paraffin wax. Paraffin wax for candle making can come
in pellet or brick form. The paraffin is melted in a double boiler
and poured into a mold or container and left to harden. Since
paraffin has no color or odor, candle dye and scented oils made
especially for candle making can easily be added to the
paraffin
(2) : Paraffin
Dip
A paraffin dip, also called a wax dip,
is a treatment used help to relieve the pain and stiffness of joint
and muscle conditions, such as arthritis. It consists of melted,
warm paraffin, which is applied to the affected area of the body,
such as the hands. The hands are repeatedly dipped into the
paraffin, allowed to cool and harden, then easily peeled
off.
(3) Paraffin as Coating
Material
Paraffin often is used as a substance
for coating. Paraffin is used to make waxed paper, as well as to
coat different kinds of cheese. Cheeses such as Edam and Gouda have
a thick red coating that is made of paraffin wax to prevent mold
growth and hardening of the cheese.
(4 ) : Paraffin Used in
Sealing
Paraffin wax used to seal envelopes
usually comes in stick form and is red in color. The paraffin is
melted using a heat source, such as a lighter, and the wax is
allowed to drip on the envelope\'s cover. The wax is then typically
stamped with a seal with an impression such as an image or a
monogram. Paraffin also is used to seal jars, cans and bottles to
prevent moisture from getting in.
(5) : Other Uses
Other uses of paraffin include glide
wax applied to the surface of skis and snowboards, surf wax for
surfboards, a food additive, a glazing agent and in tests conducted
in forensic laboratories. Paraffin is also used in liquids such as
fuel, paint, dye and ink, as well as in manufacturing some
medicines and cosmetics
3,
Specifications,
ITEM
FULLY
REFINED PARAFFIN WAX TESTING
METHOD
Melting Point °C
****0
GB/T***9
Oil Content %(m/m)
≤ 0.5
GB/T***4
Colour
≥
**8
GB/T***5
Light Stability
≤ 4
SH/T***4
Needle
Penetration
(*5°C)1/*0mm
≤ *8
GB/T***5
Odor
≤ 2
SH/T***4
Water-soluble Acids and Alkalis:
Negative
SH/T***7
Mechanical Impurity and Walter:
Negative
ITEM
SEMI REFINED PARAFFIN WAX
TESTING
METHOD
Melting Point °C
****0
GB/T***9
Oil Content %(m/m)
≤ 1.5
GB/T***4
Colour
≥ **7
GB/T***5
Light Stability
≤ 7
SH/T***4
Needle
Penetration
(*5°C)1/*0mm
≤ *3
GB/T***5
Odor
≤ 3
SH/T***4
Water-soluble Acids and Alkalis
Negative
SH/T***7
Mechanical Impurity and Walter
Negative
