Waxes
Microcrystalline Wax
A refined petroleum-derived wax composed of branched, cyclic, and linear saturated hydrocarbons, with finer crystal structure and higher melt point than paraffin. Valued as a stiffening agent, thickener, and moisture barrier in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, food glazing, adhesives, and hot-melt formulations.
A refined petroleum-derived wax composed of branched, cyclic, and linear saturated hydrocarbons, with finer crystal structure and higher melt point than paraffin. Valued as a stiffening agent, thickener, and moisture barrier in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, food glazing, adhesives, and hot-melt formulations.
- CAS
- 63231-60-7
- EC / EINECS
- 264-038-1
- HS Code
- 271290
- Food Code
- E905
- Grades
- 170/180, 180/185, 190/200, food grade (E905), cosmetic grade, technical grade
- Synonyms
- microcrystalline wax, microwax, micro wax, Cera Microcristallina, 63231-60-7, E905, petroleum wax microcrystalline, hydrocarbon wax microcrystalline
Compliance
- · REACH-aligned supply
- · CLP-labelled