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Paraffin Wax
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Key Data
Formula: A mix of hydrocarbons with 20 - 40 atoms in the form CnH2n+2
CAS: 8002-74-2
Other names: Petroleum wax
Appearance: Soft colourless solid
Solubility: ~1mg/L in water; readily soluble in ether, benzene and some esters
Thermal decomposition: Oxidation:
Softening Point:
Melting Point: >37°C, typically 46 - 68°C
Flash Point: 200 - 240°C
Boiling Point: >370°C
Dustiness:
Composition/Impurities
Note that paraffin wax is not related to liquid paraffin/kerosene.
Uses
Radioactivity
Exposure Routes
Skin and Eye Exposure
Skin Absorption
Inhalation
Ingestion
Toxicity
Acute
Skin
Inhalation
Ingestion
Repeat Dose
Skin
Inhalation
Ingestion
Genotoxicity
Carcinogenicity
Reproductive Toxicity
Fire Hazard
Health and Safety Practice
Disposal
Regulatory Requirements
Dust Limits
| Regulator | 8hr TWA mg/m | 15min TWA mg/m | Notes |
| USA NIOSH REL | 2 | Fume exposure level | |
| UK HSE | 2 | 6 | |