Paraffin wax (or petroleum wax) is a soft colourless solid derived from petroleum, coal or oil shale that consists of a mixture of hydrocarbon molecules containing between twenty and forty carbon atoms. Common applications for paraffin wax include lubrication, electrical insulation, and candles; dyed paraffin wax can be made into crayons. It is distinct from kerosene and other petroleum products that are sometimes called paraffin.
Product Specifications
Appearance | Odour | Boiling point | Solubility in water |
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White Solid | Odourless | >370 C(698 F) | 1mg/L |