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Microcrystalline Wax Slabs

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Catalog Number CI-SC-0434
Product Name Microcrystalline Wax Slabs
CAS 63231-60-7
Description Mineral wax consisting of hydrocarbons structured as fine crystals. Melting Point: 70-74°C (158-165°F).
Solubility Insoluble in water, soluble in warm alcohol, oils & other melted waxes
Appearance Off-white slabs, odorless
Application All kinds of stick cosmetics (lipstick, lip balm, concealers, deodorants), emulsions (creams, lotions), and various other cosmetics.
Storage Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Composition Microcrystalline wax
Features And Benefits Wax with ability to bind oils and solvents (prevent sweating of lipsticks)Crystals insure high tensile strength and consistency (more malleable than paraffin)Insures color uniformity in color cosmeticsCompatible with all kinds of oils & waxes
GMO GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components)
HS Code 2712900000
INCI Microcrystalline wax
Manufacture Microcrystalline wax is produced by de-oiling petrolatum as part of the petroleum refining process. In contrast to paraffin wax, microcrystalline wax contains a higher percentage of isoparaffinic hydrocarbons and naphthenic hydrocarbons and is characterized by the fineness of its crystals
Preservation Preservative-free
Purity Grade No purity grade applicable
Raw Material Source Petroleum
Uses Add to heated oil phase of formulas, typical use level 1 - 20% depending of product and desired viscosity. For external use only.
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