Refined paraffin wax is used in industrial coatings packaging and processing applications.
Refined paraffin wax is a highly pure, colorless, and odorless product primarily used in candle making, cosmetics, food applications, and pharmaceuticals due to its purity and low oil content. It is available from various online suppliers and local stores in South Africa.
Product Description & Features
Fully refined paraffin wax is the highest grade of refinement, containing less than 0.5% oil, and has undergone processes like hydro-treating or clay-treating to remove impurities and de-coloration.
Appearance and Odour: It is typically white or colorless, tasteless, and odourless, which makes it ideal for applications where neutrality is important, such as food-grade and cosmetic formulations.
Melting Point: It has a relatively low melting point, generally around 37°C to 60°C depending on the specific grade, which allows for easy incorporation into various products.
Form: It is solid at room temperature and is commonly supplied in solid slab or block form, and sometimes in pellets or powder.
Safety: When it meets the appropriate purity standards, fully refined paraffin wax is considered safe for use in cosmetic and food products.
Common Uses
Candle Making: A popular choice for both pillar and container candles, praised for its ability to hold fragrance and color well, burn cleanly, and provide a good scent throw.
Cosmetics and Pharmaceuticals: Used in lotions, creams, lip balms, and as a coating for tablets and capsules to provide texture, stability, moisture lock, and controlled release.
Food Applications: The food industry uses it to coat fruits and vegetables to extend shelf life and for food packaging.
Industrial Uses: It serves as an effective electrical insulator, a mold release agent, and a rust preventative in various industrial applications.
