Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- CASE Ingredients Functions
- Fluids & Lubricants Functions
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- CASE Ingredients Features
- Fluids & Lubricants Features
- Product Highlights
When testing to determine whether a wax is a "micro" or not, the crucual parameters are
- Molecular weight and
- The iso-paraffin/normal paraffin ratio. Molecular weights of Indramic products range from approximately 580 to 700; this implies an average carbon number of 41 to 50.
IRM microcrystalline waxes are moisture free and range in color from a white to a brown, depending on the degree of refinement. Microcrystalline waxes dissolve similar to paraffin waxes: in chloroform, ether, benzene, carbon disulfide, volatile oils and other fixed oils. Micros do not dissolve in water/alcohol mixtures and dissolve only slightly in absolute alcohol. Indramic products are ductile and flexible, even at relatively low temperatures; they possess high tensile strength.
Micros are highly cohesive; this gives them adhesive properties and makes them resist both water vapor and liquid water.- Benefits
- Chemically Inert (odorless, tasteless)
- High Melting Point (relative to paraffin)
- High Viscosity
- High Cohesion and Adhesion
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
- Adhesive & Sealant Type
- Uses for Microcrystalline Wax
- Base for chewing gum, lipstick, cold creams, and ointments (where they harden, lubricate, carry additives, and protect against moisture)
- Food packaging, moisture proffing, film, foil, and corrugated board
- Increasing the fluidity and the flexible bonding of hot-melt adhesives
- Crayons, candles and caulk to sealants and fine polishes
- Host for compounds that prevent rust
- Insulating materials
- Candle Additives (where they "bind" excessive oil or fragrances)
Properties
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Drop Point | 77.2-93.3 (170.96-199.94) | °C (°F) | ASTM D-127 |
| Viscosity | 9-21 | cSt | ASTM D-445 |
| Penetration | min. 6 | dmm | ASTM D-1321 |