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MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX

Microcrystalline WaxComposition: 

Microcrystalline Wax Typical End Uses

Microcrystalline waxes consist of a matrix of extremely small crystals. They are sometimes referred to as amorphous wax. Their molecular structureconsists of a complex mixture of hydrocarbons including normal paraffins, branched paraffins, monocyclic compounds, and polycyclic compounds.

Detergent Cartons: paper to board
Bakery Cartons: glassine to board
Snack Package: glassine/foil/glassine
Cake Mix Pouches: glassine to glassine
Ream and Roll Wrap: kraft to kraft
Electro Plating: masking agent
Cosmetics
Caulking Compounds
Pipe Coating Compounds
Hot Melt Adhesives and Coatings
     
Ross No.  Melting Point ºF Penetration 77º F
White
1329/1   140-150 25-30
1251/7   150-160  10-15
214   160-170   10-15
1275WH   165-175  60-80
1275W   170-180 25-35
180  175-185  8-15
863  195-205   3-5
190 190-200 5-12
1135/15W 195-205 3-7
 
Yellow
155 155-160 25-35
165   165-175 12-20
1275ML 170-180 25-35  
2305   170-180  25-30
64-1814 172-182  18-25
 
Brown
Brown Micro  177-187 13-20
 
Powdered (white)
1135/15W   195-205   3-7
Fully Refined Petroleum Waxes are F.D.A. Approved for the end uses indicated under Regulation 21 CFR 178.3710 C.T.F.A. Listed CAS No's that apply 64742-43-4 64742-51-4

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