EU Microcrystalline Wax 180/185

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EU Microcrystalline Wax 180/185

EU Microcrystalline Wax 180/185 is a fully Colipa compliant wax product which is produced during petroleum refinement using specified techniques such as distillation, de-oiling and crystallization. Microcrystalline Waxes are characterized by their fine crystalline structure in contrast to the larger crystalline structure of paraffin wax. They contain long, branched hydrocarbon chains which correlate to a higher molecular weight. Microcrystalline is more flexible, less oily, has higher tensile strength, more adhesion, and higher melt points than paraffin wax. These waxes have excellent gelling properties, and Koster Keunen carries an assortment of different melt points and penetrations to best fit formulators’ requirements.

Chemical Properties

ANALYTICAL TEST METHOD SPECIFICATION UNITS
Melting Point USP 741 170-185 °F
Viscosity ASTM D3236 11 Minimum cPs
Penetration ASTM D1321 10-16 dmm
Congeal Point ASTM D938 170-178 °F
Color Visual Off-White to Light Yellow

Formulation Guidelines

EU Microcrystalline Wax 180/185 is non-toxic, non-irritating and compatible with various chemistries from natural, mineral, and synthetic raw materials.

Regulatory

  • INCI NAME: Microcrystalline Wax, Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax

  • CAS #: 63231-60-7, 64742-60-5

  • EINECS #: 264-038-1, 265-163-4

  • KOSTER KEUNEN CODE #: 433

  • MINIMUM SHELF LIFE: 2 Years

  • MANUFACTURED: Watertown, Connecticut, USA

  • NOT TESTED ON ANIMALS: Yes

  • KOSHER: Yes

  • ORGANIC: No

  • NON-GMO: Yes

  • CANADA: Listed

  • JAPAN: Listed

  • CHINA: Listed

  • AUSTRALIA: Listed

  • REACH: Registered

Formulas Using EU Microcrystalline Wax 180/185