Paraffin wax
SIAL/76228 - chunks (large), white
CAS Number: 8002-74-2
EC Number: 232-315-6
MDL Number: MFCD00132833
Product Type: Chemical
| color | white |
| form | chunks (large) |
| InChI key | JWHAUXFOSRPERK-UHFFFAOYSA |
| mp | 43-95 °C |
| Quality Level | 100  |
| transition temp | solidification point 44-46 °C |
| Application: | Paraffin wax has been used as a phase-change material (PCM) in the microvalve and micropump chambers to prepare paraffin microactuator for microfluidic experiments. It has also been used to study the possibility of integrating paraffin with polycarbonate components having rigid cavities and weak diaphragms. |
| Biochem/physiol Actions: | Paraffin wax is utilized to get relief from discomfort and pain in conditions including arthritis, bursitis, fibromyalgia, eczema, psoriasis, stiff joints, dry flaky skin, tired sore muscles, and inflammation. It is often used in skin-softening salon and spa treatments. Paraffin wax is used in candles and crayons preparations. It is used as lubrication and electrical insulation. It can be processed by casting, which makes it an appealing actuator material for microvalves and micropumps. |
| General description: | Paraffin wax is a non-toxic, non-reactive, soft, and odorless wax. This water barrier is made up of a complex mixture of hydrocarbon derivatives. It has a very large volume expansion even at high counter pressure. |
| RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
| WGK Germany | nwg |
| Flash Point(F) | 235.4 °F - closed cup |
| Flash Point(C) | 113 °C - closed cup |
| mp | 43-95 °C |
| UNSPSC | 12181501 |