Paraffin wax is color less or white, somewhat translucent , hard wax consisting of mixture of solid straight chain hydrocarbons . Paraffin wax is obtained from petroleum by dewaxing light lubricating oil stocks. Paraffin wax are classified according to oil content , melting point and amount of processing put in. Applications: Pharmaceutical & cosmetic Industry Candle making Food grade paraffin wax is also available Crayons, Inks Used in rubber compounds
