Microcrystalline wax is commonly used in cosmetics and candles, but it can also be used as a blending ingredient to increase flexibility, thickness and hardness in other products. It can vary in color from white to amber and ranges in texture from soft and tacky to hard and brittle, depending on the grade of microcrystalline.
Other uses include:
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| Product SKU | Temp | Color |
| BW-40801 | 150-160℉ | White to Off White |
| BW-42901 | 155-165℉ | Light Yellow to Amber |
| BW-43001 | 155-163℉ | White to Off White |
| BW-43101 | 164-172℉ | White to Off White |
| Quantity | Price |
|---|---|
| 60 + pounds | $3.20 per pound |
Discounts will be reflected in the cart
| Weight | 11 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 19 × 11.5 × 1.5 in |
| Select Product | BW-40801, BW-42901, BW-43001, BW-43101 |
Microcrystalline wax has a variety of applications, including water and grease resistant.
| BW-40801 Microcrystalline Wax Properties | |
| Test Description | Typical |
|---|---|
| Congeal Point (D-938) | 150℉-160℉ 65.5-71°C |
| Needle Penetration (D-1321) | |
| 0.1 mm @ 77℉/25℃ 0.1 mm @ 100℉ /37.8℃ |
60-80 120-160 |
| Color (Visual) | White to Off-white |
FDA Status: This product is in compliance with Federal Regulations 21 CFR-172.886 and 172.886 only
| BW-42901 Microcrystalline Wax Properties | |||
| Test Description | Typical | Range | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congeal Point (D-938) | 160℉ 71℃ |
155℉-165℉ 68℃-74℃ |
|
| Needle Penetration (D-1321) | |||
| 0.1 mm @ 77℉/25℃ 0.1 mm @ 100℉ /38℃ |
26 96 |
22-30 80-112 |
|
| Color (Visual) | Light Yellow to Amber | ||
| Oil Content Wt. % (D-721) | 0.5 | 1.5% Max | |
FDA Status: This product is in compliance with Federal Regulations 21 CFR-178.3710 and 172.886
| BW-43001 Microcrystalline Wax Properties | |||
| Test Description | Typical | Range | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congeal Point (D-938) | 158℉ 70℃ |
155℉-163℉ 68℃-73℃ |
|
| Needle Penetration (D-1321) | |||
| 0.1 mm @ 77℉/25℃ 0.1 mm @ 100℉ /38℃ |
26 100 |
22-30 85-110 |
|
| Color (Visual) | White to Off-white | ||
FDA Status: This product is in compliance with Federal Regulations 21 CFR-172.886
| BW-43101 Microcrystalline Wax Properties | |||
| Test Description | Typical | Range | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congeal Point (D-938) | 168℉ 76℃ |
164℉-172℉ 73℃-78℃ |
|
| Needle Penetration (D-1321) | |||
| 0.1 mm @ 77℉/25℃ 0.1 mm @ 100℉ /38℃ |
9 31 |
6-12 18-44 |
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| Color (Visual) | White to Off-white | ||
| Oil Content, Wt % (D-721) | 1.0 | ||
FDA Status: This product is in compliance with Federal Regulations 21 CFR-178.3710 and 172.886
What can I use to melt the wax in?
A container with a temperature setting on it is recommended. A double-boiler will work sufficiently for dipping, but is not highly recommended as it does not have a temperature setting on it.
