Paraffin Oil
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
| Test Description | Test Method | Unit of Measure | Specification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Visual Inspection | — | Clear, Colourless to Pale Yellow Liquid |
| Colour | Visual Inspection | — | Clear to Pale Yellow |
| Odour | Organoleptic Test | — | Odourless / Characteristic |
| Specific Gravity at 20°C | Density Measurement | g/cm³ | 0.82 – 0.88 |
| Kinematic Viscosity at 40°C | ASTM D445 / Applicable Method | cSt | As per Grade |
| Flash Point | ASTM D92 / Applicable Method | °C | As per Grade |
| Pour Point | ASTM D97 / Applicable Method | °C | As per Grade |
| Water Content | Karl Fischer / Applicable Method | % | 0.10 Max |
| Acid Value | Applicable Standard | mg KOH/g | 0.10 Max |
| Non-Volatile Matter | Applicable Standard | % | As per Grade |
| Solubility in Water | Visual Inspection | — | Insoluble |
| Hydrocarbon Content | Applicable Standard | % | As per Grade |
| Residue on Evaporation | Applicable Standard | % | As per Grade |
PARAFFIN OIL APPLICATIONS
Paraffin Oil is used as a versatile emollient, carrier, processing oil and formulation component across personal care, pharmaceutical and industrial applications.
Cosmetics & Personal Care
Used as an emollient and conditioning ingredient in creams, lotions, ointments and selected personal-care formulations.
Pharmaceutical Formulations
Used in suitable pharmaceutical and topical formulations according to the required grade and applicable standards.
Petroleum Jelly & Ointments
Used as a formulation component in petroleum jelly, ointments and protective skin-care products.
Industrial Lubrication
Used as a lubricating and processing oil in selected industrial applications.
Chemical & Process Industries
Used as a processing aid, carrier fluid and formulation component in various chemical products.
Polishes & Specialty Products
Used in selected polishes, protective formulations and specialty industrial products.