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Paraffin wax

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solid

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58-62 °C (ASTM D 87)

InChI key

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General description

Paraffin wax is a low cost petroleum product that contains hydrocarbons with 20-40 carbon atoms. It is mainly used as lubricant, candles and electrical insulation.[1][2]

Application

Paraffin wax can be used as a phase changing material in a wide range of applications which include solar based water heaters,[3] microcapsules[4] and thermal energy devices(TEDs).[5]

Storage Class

13 - Non Combustible Solids

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nwg

flash_point_f

602.6 °F - Pensky-Martens closed cup

flash_point_c

317 °C - Pensky-Martens closed cup

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Eyeshields, Gloves, type N95 (US)


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