Solvents - Aliphatic Available — Bulk Only

White Mineral Oil (Mineral Oil, White Oil)

MO / White Oil
CAS 8042-47-5

A refined, colorless petroleum oil for lubrication, personal care, and food-contact use. It is used as a lubricant and process oil, as an emollient in cosmetic and personal-care products, and, in food-grade grades, as a lubricant and release agent for food-processing equipment.

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HS Code
2710.19
At a Glance
Material Family
Solvents - Aliphatic
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Emolliency · Lubrication
Functional Roles
PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM
ANTISTATICSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN PROTECTINGSOLVENT
Industries Served
Applications & Use Cases
  • Lubricants: Base and process oil for industrial lubricant applications.
  • Personal care: Emollient and carrier in cosmetics and personal-care products.
  • Food-grade lubricant: Food-grade grades serve as lubricants and release agents for food-processing equipment.
  • Plasticizer and carrier: Process oil, plasticizer, and carrier fluid in formulations.
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request

A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.

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HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
2710 . 19
Chapter 27
Mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation
Heading 27.10
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 2710.19
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
8042-47-5
INCI Name
PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM
Synonyms & Trade Names
Mineral Oil 70
Full Description

White mineral oil (CAS 8042-47-5) is a highly refined, colorless and odorless petroleum-derived oil composed of saturated hydrocarbons. It is used as a lubricant and process oil, as an emollient in cosmetic and personal-care products, and, in food-grade grades, as a lubricant and release agent for food-processing equipment. It also functions as a plasticizer and carrier oil.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mineral Oil 90?

Mineral Oil 90 is a white mineral oil (CAS 8042-47-5), a highly refined, colorless and odorless petroleum-derived oil composed of saturated hydrocarbons. The 90 designates the approximate Saybolt viscosity grade. It is supplied as a lubricant/process oil, emollient, and carrier oil.

What does the 90 in Mineral Oil 90 mean?

The 90 refers to the approximate viscosity grade (Saybolt Universal Seconds) of the white oil, distinguishing it from lighter and heavier grades such as 70 or 200. Higher numbers indicate a heavier, more viscous oil; specify the grade that matches your application's viscosity target.

What is white mineral oil used for?

White mineral oil serves as a base and process oil for industrial lubricants, an emollient and carrier in cosmetics and personal-care products, and, in food-grade grades, as a lubricant and release agent for food-processing equipment. It also functions as a plasticizer and carrier fluid in formulations.

Is there a food-grade version of Mineral Oil 90?

White mineral oils are available in food-grade grades used as lubricants and release agents on food-processing equipment, as well as technical/industrial grades. Specify whether you need a food-grade qualification and request the CoA and SDS to confirm the grade supplied.

How is bulk Mineral Oil 90 packaged and ordered?

RawSource supplies white mineral oil in bulk industrial packaging including drums and totes/IBCs to lubricant, personal-care, and processing customers. Pricing depends on grade and volume, so submit a bulk quote with your target viscosity grade and quantity; a CoA and SDS accompany each shipment.

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