Hydrocarbon waxes

The systematic name of Paraffin wax is Paraffin waxes and Hydrocarbon waxes. With the CAS registry number 8002-74-2, it is also named as Paraffin. The product's categories are Cosmetic Ingredients & Chemicals; Lipids and Related Products; Lipids and Related Products Pharmacopoeia (USP); Pharmacopoeia A-Z; Core Bioreagents; Lipids and Related Products Protein Structural Analysis; Optimization Reagents; Research Essentials; X-Ray Crystallography; Embedding Media Hematology and Histology; Embedding and Mounting Media; Microscopy Reagents; Routine Histology Stains; Engineering Polymers; Polymer Science; Waxes and Oils, and the other registry numbers are 105054-93-1; 105845-08-7; 115251-23-5; 115251-24-6; 12704-91-5; 12704-92-6; 12795-75-4; 160936-34-5; 37220-23-8; 37339-80-3; 39355-22-1; etc. Besides, it is white translucent tasteless odorless solids, which should be stored in a cool, ventilated place at 4 °C. It may be incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. And it may occur followed by ignition of unreacted portion and other nearby combustibles.

Preparation and Uses of Paraffin wax: this chemical can be prepared by coldpressing of wax-bearing fraction in petroleum or shale oil. In addition, this chemical can be used for candle-making, investment casting, and waxed paper or cloth coating. It is also used in coating for many kinds of hard cheese. Moreover, it can be used as sealant for jars, cans, and bottles, and as chewing gum additive. The product is used as anti-caking agent, moisture repellent, and dustbinding coatings for fertilizers. And it is used as agent for preparation of specimens for histology, bullet lubricant. Additionally, it can be used as solid propellant for hybrid rocket motors. It is a component of surfwax used for grip on surfboards in surfing. And it is a component of glide wax used on skis and snowboards. Furthermore, it is a friction-reducer that is used on handrails and cement ledges in skateboarding. It is also used as the basis for solid ink different color blocks of wax for thermal printers.