A refined petroleum wax that delivers a controllable melt point for candles, coatings, and barrier applications. It is used in candles, coatings, and packaging, and as a release and waterproofing agent across industrial applications.
▸Coatings: Coating and barrier wax for paper and packaging.
▸Waterproofing: Water-repellent treatment for wood, paper, and textiles.
▸Release agent: Mold-release and anti-stick agent.
▸Industrial: Component of polishes, investment casting, and rubber compounding.
Physical Properties
appearance
White to off-white odorless waxy solid (typical)
composition
Saturated n- and iso-alkanes, typical carbon range C20-C40 (UVCB)
melting_point
50-62 C (typical, grade-dependent, ASTM D87)
flash_point
>113 C (typical, closed cup)
density
0.82-0.92 g/cm3 at 20 C (typical)
water_solubility
Practically insoluble in water (typical)
solubility
Soluble in chloroform, ether and warm fixed oils; slightly soluble in ethanol (typical)
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.
Paraffin wax (CAS 8002-74-2) is a refined petroleum-derived wax composed of saturated hydrocarbons. It is used in candles, coatings, and packaging, and as a release and waterproofing agent across industrial applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does paraffin wax do?
Paraffin wax is a refined petroleum-derived wax of saturated hydrocarbons used as the base wax in candles, as a coating and barrier wax for paper and packaging, and as a water-repellent treatment for wood, paper and textiles. It also functions as a mold-release/anti-stick agent and a component of polishes, investment casting and rubber compounding.
Are crayons made of paraffin wax?
Paraffin wax is widely used as a base material in wax-based products including crayons, candles and polishes because of its melt behavior and moldability. RawSource supplies paraffin wax (CAS 8002-74-2) in bulk for manufacturers producing such products.
What is paraffin wax made from?
Paraffin wax is derived from petroleum and is composed of saturated (straight-chain) hydrocarbons. It is supplied as a refined wax; CAS 8002-74-2, HS code 2712.20.
How is bulk paraffin wax packaged?
RawSource supplies paraffin wax in bulk industrial packaging such as slabs, slack-filled cartons, bags or molten/bulk loads depending on grade and order size. Contact RawSource with your required melt point and volume to confirm available pack formats.
What is the cost of bulk paraffin wax?
Bulk paraffin wax pricing varies with grade, melt point, packaging and destination. Request a quote from RawSource with your target volume and ship-to location for current landed pricing.
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