Description

Hydrocarbon Waxes (Petroleum), Clay-Treated Microcryst. is a refined, high-melting-point petroleum-derived wax characterized by its fine, microcrystalline structure and enhanced purity achieved through a specialized clay-treating process. This treatment is critical for removing impurities and polar compounds, resulting in a product with excellent color stability, thermal resistance, and compatibility. It is an essential industrial material sought by manufacturers in sectors such as packaging, coatings, adhesives, and rubber compounding for its ability to modify physical properties and enhance performance.

Application

• Hot-Melt Adhesives & Sealants: Imparts flexibility, improves heat resistance, and controls the open time and set speed of formulations.
• Plastic & Rubber Processing: Acts as an internal/external lubricant and processing aid, improving mold release and surface finish in products like tires and technical rubber goods.
• Corrugated Board & Paper Coatings: Used in saturation and coating applications to provide moisture barrier properties and enhance scuff resistance.
• Candles & Polishes: Serves as a key component to improve hardness, burn characteristics in candles, and gloss retention in polishes for floors, automobiles, and furniture.
• Investment Casting: Employed in pattern wax blends for its dimensional stability and precise melting properties in the lost-wax casting process.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used as a stiffening agent and texture modifier in products like lip balms, creams, and pomades.
• Electrical Insulation: Provides moisture-proofing and dielectric properties in cable filling compounds and capacitor impregnation.
• Chewing Gum Base: Functions as a masticatory substance, contributing to the desired chew texture and elasticity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hydrocarbon Waxes (Petroleum), Clay-Treated Microcryst.
CAS No.	64742-42-3
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture of high molecular weight hydrocarbons (CnH2n+2 to CnH2n-6)
Molecular Weight	500 - 1200 g/mol (Average)
Synonyms	Microcrystalline Wax; Petroleum Wax, Clay-treated; Paraffin Wax, Microcrystalline; Amorphous Wax; Petrolatum Wax; Ceresin (related); Ozokerite (related); F-T Wax (Fischer-Tropsch, related); Hydrotreated Microcrystalline Wax; Slack Wax, Refined.
EINECS	264-038-1

Quality Control

Our Hydrocarbon Waxes (Petroleum), Clay-Treated Microcryst. is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for parameters such as melting point, congealing point, oil content, color, and penetration. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided and the product is compliant with relevant global regulations including FDA 21 CFR 172.886 & 178.3710 for certain applications, REACH, and other industry-specific standards upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures below 40°C (104°F). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources. Under these conditions, the product has an excellent shelf life.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow solid
Drop Melting Point	60 - 95 °C (Grade Dependent)
Congealing Point	55 - 90 °C
Penetration at 25°C	10 - 30 dmm
Oil Content	< 5.0 % (w/w)
Color (Saybolt)	+15 to +28
Viscosity at 100°C	10 - 20 cSt
Acid Value	< 0.5 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	< 1.0 mg KOH/g

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.