MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX (WHITE)

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MOQ : 1 Kilogram

MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX (WHITE) Specification

Purity
Highly refined (95%+ hydrocarbon content)

Shelf Life
2 years under recommended storage conditions

Shape
Pellets blocks or slabs

Molecular Formula
N/A (Microcrystalline wax is a complex hydrocarbon mixture)

Ingredients
Mainly composed of n-alkanes isoalkanes cycloalkanes and alkylated aromatic hydrocarbons

Properties
Excellent binding softening and moisture-resistant capabilities

Structural Formula
N/A (Complex mixture of hydrocarbons)

Grade
Industrial grade cosmetic grade and pharmaceutical grade available

EINECS No
264-038-1

Physical Form
Solid wax

Usage
As a binding agent viscosity enhancer moisture barrier and stabilizer

Refractive Rate
1.43-1.49

Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and sources of heat

Appearance
White solid

Smell
No detectable smell

HS Code
271290

Molecular Weight
Varies (typically between 500-800 g/mol depending on component hydrocarbons)

CAS No
63231-60-7

Application
Used in cosmetics pharmaceuticals adhesives coatings food-grade packaging and candles

Ph Level
Neutral

Taste
Odorless and tasteless

Solubility
Insoluble in water soluble in organic solvents like benzene toluene and chloroform

Poisonous
NO

Density
0.92 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Melting Point
54-90C

About MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX (WHITE)

Microcrystalline Wax (White) is a highly refined solid wax with no detectable smell. It is commonly used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, adhesives, coatings, food-grade packaging, and candles. This complex hydrocarbon mixture is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents like benzene, toluene, and chloroform. With excellent binding, softening, and moisture-resistant capabilities, this industrial-grade product serves as a binding agent, viscosity enhancer, moisture barrier, and stabilizer. It comes in pellets, blocks, or slabs and has a melting point ranging from 54-90C. Store it in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and heat sources for a shelf life of 2 years.