Paraffin (Solid & Liquid)
Paraffin is a petroleum-derived product available in two primary forms: solid wax and liquid oil. It is widely used across industries such as candle manufacturing, cosmetics, food packaging, textiles, and lubrication.
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Types of Paraffin:
•Solid Paraffin (Fully Refined / Semi-Refined): Supplied in white or off-white slabs with varying oil content (typically 0.5% to 3%)
•Liquid Paraffin: A clear, odorless oil suitable for industrial, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic uses
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Applications:
•Candle and match production, lighting industries
•Base for creams, ointments, and personal care products
•Coating for food packaging, waterproof fabrics, and moisture-sensitive goods
•Lubricant for machinery and softener in plastic processing
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Technical Features:
•Odorless and colorless
•Smokeless burning (in fully refined wax)
•Melting point for solid type: 52–60°C
•Adjustable viscosity for liquid paraffin depending on the application
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Packaging:
•Solid Paraffin: 5–7 kg slabs, packed in cartons or shrink-wrapped
•Liquid Paraffin: 208-liter metal drums, IBC tanks, or industrial jerry cans


