Paraffin Wax Grades: Types, Properties & Uses

Paraffin wax is an essential raw material for multiple industries, valued for its stability, safety, and versatility. At Faragam Paraffin, we supply a wide range of paraffin wax grades designed for candles, cosmetics, food packaging, and industrial uses.

Paraffin Wax, Diverse Grades for Specialized Needs

Faragam Paraffin offers a comprehensive portfolio of waxes, covering both solid (block or flake) and liquid paraffin forms. Our solid waxes come in multiple grades—such as 5-3, 3-1, and 1 —each optimized for performance attributes like melt point, oil content, hardness, and clarity. Meanwhile, our liquid grades are refined for use in industries that demand odorless, colorless, and stable waxes under varying conditions.

Paraffin Wax, Technical Properties 

The success of any paraffin wax application depends on a few pivotal properties:
Melting Window & Heat Stability: We calibrate our grades to deliver predictable melting behavior in the 46 °C to 68 °C range, minimizing surprises in production lines.
Oil/Residual Hydrocarbon Content: Lower oil content enhances purity, which is critical for cosmetic or food-contact uses.
Hardness & Brittleness: For candle and wax coating applications, we adjust crystal structure for ideal burn rate and surface finish.
Purity, Odorlessness & Color: Our refining ensures minimal trace compounds, resulting in clean sensory profiles for fine uses.
Moisture & Impurity Control: Tight quality controls prevent contamination, crucial in pharmaceutical or packaging environments

Paraffin Wax, Key Properties 

• Moisture Resistance – creates a protective barrier

• Thermal Stability – consistent melting point range

• Purity & Safety – non-toxic and odorless

• Moldability – easy to process and shape

• Versatility – usable across diverse sectors

Paraffin Wax, Major Applications 

Thanks to its unique qualities, paraffin wax plays a crucial role in different industries:

Candle Making

Provides a bright flame, smooth finish, and steady burning time.

Cosmetics and Personal Care

Used in creams, lotions, lip balms, and therapeutic spa treatments.

Food Packaging

Acts as a coating for cheese, fruits, and candies, keeping them fresh.

Pharmaceuticals

Helps in controlled-release formulations and medical ointments.

Industrial Uses

Serves as a lubricant, waterproofing agent, and insulator.

Choosing the Right Grade: A Brief Guide

• For cosmetic or food uses → go with fully refined, low-oil, high-purity grades.

• For candles & coatings → choose grades with balanced hardness and burn characteristics.

• For industrial applications → higher oil-content grades may suffice where absolute purity is less critical.

• When in doubt → consult with Faragam’s technical team—we’ll help you avoid mismatches that increase waste or reduce performance.

Why Faragam Paraffin Stands Out

• Tailored Grades & Flexibility

• Consistent Quality Control

• Competitive Pricing with Export Capability

• Technical Support & Consultation

• Reliable Delivery & Packaging Options