Paraffin Wax

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Paraffin Wax :

we get paraffin wax from petroleum and it is used in many ways

Candle-making

Coatings for waxed paper or cloth

Food-grade paraffin wax:

• Shiny coating used in candy-making; although edible, it is nondigestible, passing right through the body without being broken down
• Coating for many kinds of hard cheese, like Edam cheese
• Sealant for jars, cans, and bottles
• Chewing gum additive

Investment casting

Anti-caking agent, moisture repellent, and dustbinding coatings for fertilizers

Agent for preparation of specimens for histology

Bullet lubricant - with other ingredients, such as olive oil and beeswax

Solid propellant for hybrid rocket motors^[12]

Component of surfwax, used for grip on surfboards in surfing

Component of glide wax, used on skis and snowboards

Friction-reducer, for use on handrails and cement ledges, commonly used in skateboarding

Ink. Used as the basis for solid ink different color blocks of wax for thermal printers. The wax is melted and then sprayed on the paper producing images with a shiny surface

Microwax[1]: food additive, a glazing agent with E number E905

Forensics aid: the nitrate test uses paraffin wax to detect nitrates and nitrites on the hand of a shooting suspect

Antiozonant agents: blends of paraffin and micro waxes are used in rubber compounds to prevent cracking of the rubber; the antiozonant waxes can be produced from synthetic waxes, FT wax, and Fischer Tropsch wax

Mechanical thermostats and actuators, as an expansion medium for activating such devices^[10]

"Potting" guitar pickups, which reduce microphonic feedback caused from the subtle movements of the pole pieces

Wax baths for beauty and therapy purposes

Thickening agent in many Paintballs, as used by Crayola

An effective, although comedogenic, moisturiser in toiletries and cosmetics such as Vaseline

Prevents oxidation on the surface of polished steel and iron^[13]