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paraffin wax

Mixture of organic compounds traditionally derived from petroleum but also obtained synthetically. It usually consists of alkane hydrocarbons (also called paraffins) and is used for coating and sealing, for candles, and in floor waxes, lubricants, waterproofing agents, and cosmetics. See also alkane.

paraffin wax

a white insoluble odourless waxlike solid consisting mainly of alkane hydrocarbons with melting points in the range 50°--60°C, used in candles, waterproof paper, and as a sealing agent

paraffin wax [′par·ə·fən ‚waks]

(materials)

A solid, crystalline hydrocarbon mixture derived from the paraffin distillate portion of crude petroleum; used in paper coating, candles, creams, emollients, and lipsticks. Also known as ceresin wax; paraffin.

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