Paraffin Wax in different grade Depending on the degree of de-oiling, there are three grades of paraffin: 1%max , 1-3% , 3-5% , 5-7% Paraffin wax grades are achieved from the slack wax dewaxing process. These grades are classified into 3 types based on the oil content. Fully-refined paraffin wax Semi-refined paraffin wax Crude paraffin wax Generally, paraffin wax with less oil has higher quality...
paraffin wax in histopathology Why is paraffin wax used in histology? What is the paraffin technique? In this technique, tissues are fixed, and embedded in wax. This makes the tissue hard, and much easier to cut sections from. The sections are then stained, and examined with the light microscope.
Paraffin waxes, Other applications In addition to the discussed fields of application, paraffin waxes are used in many branches of industry, such as the match industry, the rubber industry, PVC processing, precision casting of metals, manufacture of refractory ceramics, the electrical industry and building construction. Further consumers of para& waxes are the textile industry, dental profession, pencil manufacturers, pyrotechnic industry,...
Paraffin waxes in food agriculture industries Paraffin wax usage in the food industry is partly implied in paper industry applications, since a major part of paper products coated or impregnated with paraffin wax, and also laminated films and foils using paraffin waxes as adhesives are manufactured for food packaging. These applications have been discussed earlier. Paraffin wax is widely used...
