liquid paraffin

What is liquid paraffin

In the production of liquid paraffin or mineral oil distilling petroleum derivatives will be used. Another name for this type of paraffin wax is liquid or white oil. The usage of this oily liquid in sanitary, industrial, and pharmaceutical parts makes it so important. The purity of this material makes it easy to use in different industries.

Liquid paraffin and generally paraffin is known by the chemical formula CnH2n+2 and is a type of alkane. Mineral oil is either white or clear in color. This type of paraffin boils at 175 degrees Celsius and its evaporation point is 265. Mineral oil is viscous and lacks fluorescence properties; That is, it does not show its luminosity with external factors such as heat and radiation.

It should be mentioned that liquid paraffin is less dangerous than gasoline and burns cleaner. The heat tolerance of mineral oil is very high and it produces less smoke compared to other fuels. Paraffin does not have any smell and for this reason, we can see its use in many cases. Pay attention that unprocessed paraffin in the form of crude oil is slightly toxic and it is necessary to use gloves, special clothes, and masks when working with it.

There are different types of liquid paraffin, each of which has specific uses. These types include hygienic and industrial types. Hygienic mineral oil is a type that is odorless and colorless. It also has no taste and is thoroughly pure. A hygienic type of liquid paraffin is widely used for cosmetic and medicinal purposes in laboratories. Industrial liquid paraffin is also called Crouzon. In this type, the number of impurities is slightly higher than the previous type. Also, the smell of Crouzon is like diesel.

Applications of liquid paraffin

Liquid paraffin can be used for various purposes including laxative, food preparation, and mechanical, electrical, and industrial applications. However, by liquid paraffin, we mean highly refined mineral oil that is suitable for skin care products. Also, it is used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and even oral consumption. Some skin care professionals express concern about liquid paraffin and recommend cosmetic companies not to use improperly refined paraffin in skin products.

Besides, this material is one of the components of many agricultural insecticides. It is also a component in the production and containment of reactive gasses such as sulfur dioxide and chlorine. Of course, unrefined or under-refined mineral oils are classified by the World Health Organization as carcinogens in group 3, because chronic exposure to these aromatic substances, including polycyclic alkyl aromatic compounds (PAC), can lead to skin cancer.

Textile

Iranian liquid paraffin is mostly used for the lubrication of machines. This compound is one of the main components of the oil used for spinning, weaving, and creating mesh. The oil used to lubricate the sewing machine usually also contains liquid paraffin. This combination can clean your hands after working with abrasive materials such as cement.

Cosmetic application

Liquid paraffin is one of the common ingredients that is used in baby lotions, different kinds of creams, ointments, and cosmetics. The purpose of its use is to prevent and treat skin issues like dry skin, flaking, itchy skin, and minor skin irritations. Some cosmetic companies use this type of paraffin in the production of moisturizing creams and bronzing oils.

Lubrication

Applying liquid paraffin to the hinges and rails of doors and windows can smooth opening and closing. Also, for iron and metal parts to work smoothly, we can heat these parts and apply paraffin wax on a mold to cover the parts well.

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