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PETAX® 0386A is white, odorless petrolatum of medium consistency (hardness) and fiber length. PETAX® 0386A complies with the requirements for the “White Petrolatum” set by the United States Pharmacopeia (USP).

INCI Name: Petrolatum

CAS Number: 8009-03-8

Functions: Aesthetic Enhancer

Certifications & Compliance: United States Pharmacopeia (USP)

Benefit Claims: Aesthethic Enhancement, Corrosion Inhibition, Softening

Synonyms: Rod Oil, Rod Wax, Soft Paraffin, White Petrolatum

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
INCI Name
Cleaning Ingredients Functions
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
CAS No.
8009-03-8
EC No.
232-373-2

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights

PETAX USP petrolatums are high quality, food-grade petrolatums which are refined to the most exacting specifications.  The most important properties of petrolatum which include melting point, consistency, fiber length and color are controlled to close tolerances by using carefully selected raw materials and the most advanced methods of manufacturing.

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Skin Care Applications

Properties

Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Cone Penetration & USP Consistency (at 77°F, 25°C)200.0dmmASTM D 937
Drop Melt Point & USP Melting Range132 (55.6)°F (°C)ASTM D 127
Lovibond Color0.3Y2” cell
Saybolt Colormin. +24ASTM D 6045

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance