quality chemicals logo
quality chemicals

Quality Chemicals

Purity. Clarity. Trust.

Paraffin Wax

CAS Number:
Synonyms: Paraffin

Brief Description

Paraffin Wax refers to a mixture of alkanes that falls within the 20 ≤ n ≤ 40 range. They are found in the solid state at room temperature and will melt above 37 degrees Celsius. Paraffin wax is mostly found as a white, odorless, tasteless waxy solid. It is insoluble in water but soluble in either benzene and certain esters. Pure paraffin wax is an excellent electrical insulator and is also used for candle-making and a coating for waxed paper or cloth.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paraffin