Industrial Waxes
Microcrystalline Wax (Microwax P175)
Industrial Waxes
Microcrystalline Wax (Microwax P175)
Microcrystalline Wax is suitable for a variety of applications due to its microcrystalline properties. Applications include plastics, adhesives, candles, cosmetics, food coating, inks, lubricants, personal care, polish, and textiles where it may enhance properties like hardness and flexibility, act as lubricant or oil/solvent binder, and protect against moisture.
Storage
Microwax P 175 has a shelf life of at least two years (from production date) when stored under cover in cool, dry conditions Stock rotation should be practiced.
Product characteristics | Technical Data | Specification | |
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Colour | 0.0 – 1.9 | ASTM D 1500 |
Drop melting point | 76 – 82 C | ASTM D 3954 |
Congealing point | 70 – 76 C | ASTM D 938 |
Penetration at 25 C | 20 – 30 dmm | ASTM D1321 |
Viscousity at 100 C | 10 – 15 mPa.s | ASTM D 3236 |