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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. |