FR 54/56 SC

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name

Paraffin Waxes & Hydrocarbon Waxes

Industrial Additives Functions

Water Repellent

CAS No.

8002-74-2

EC No.

232-315-6

Technologies

CASE Ingredients,

Industrial Additives & Materials

Product Families

CASE Ingredients — Additives

Surface Modifiers

Industrial Additives & Materials — Paper & Pulp Chemicals

Finishing Additives & Treatments

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features

Acid Resistance,

Alkali Resistance,

High Gloss,

Low Melting Point,

Low Viscosity,

Water Resistance

Industrial Additives Features

Alkali Resistant,

High Gloss,

Low Melting Point,

Low Viscosity

Applications & Uses

Markets

Adhesives & Sealants,

Automotive & Transportation,

Industrial,

Paints & Coatings,

Printing & Packaging

Applications

Automotive & Transportation — Automotive

Tires

Adhesives & Sealants — Other Adhesives & Sealants Applications

Printing & Packaging — Packaging Coatings

Other Packaging Coatings

Paints & Coatings — Packaging Coatings

Other Packaging Coatings

Industrial — Paper & Pulp

Pulping & Processing

Industrial Additives End Use

Candles,

Paper & Pulp

Applications

FR 54/56SC is typically used in the following applications:

• Candles
• Paper converting.
• Adhesives
• Anti ozone blends for tire and rubber.
• Wax blends and emulsions.
• Paper cup and package coating/impregnations.

Properties

Color

Transparent

Physical Form

Liquid,

Solid

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Color	min. 28	-	ASTM D156 (Saybolt)
Melting Point	54 - 56	°C	ASTM D87
Odor	max. 1	-	ASTM D1833
Oil Content	max. 0.5	%	ASTM D721
Penetration (77°F)	max. 18	-	ASTM D1321

Regulatory Profile (FDA Status)

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
FDA 21CFR 172.886	Pass	-	-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

FDA 21 CFR 172.886

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Bulk,

Cartons

Packaging

Available in Liquid Bulk and Net 25kg cartons, 40 cartons per pallet.