About Paraffin Oil & Wax
What is Paraffin Oil & Wax?
Paraffin oil and wax are petroleum-derived products that are widely used for various purposes. Here’s an explanation of each:
1). Paraffin Oil: Paraffin oil, also known as mineral oil or liquid paraffin, is a colorless and odorless oil that is obtained from the distillation of petroleum. It is a highly refined and purified hydrocarbon oil composed of a mixture of alkanes. Paraffin oil has a low viscosity, making it fluid and easy to pour.
Paraffin oil finds numerous applications, including:
– Lubrication: Paraffin oil is used as a lubricant in various mechanical and industrial processes. It provides lubrication and reduces friction between moving parts, helping to prevent wear and extend the life of machinery and equipment.
– Cosmetics and personal care products: Paraffin oil is a common ingredient in many cosmetic and personal care products. It is used in moisturizers, creams, lotions, and hair products to provide hydration, improve skin barrier function, and add shine to hair. Additionally, it is used as a carrier oil for essential oils in aromatherapy.
– Pharmaceuticals: Paraffin oil is sometimes used in pharmaceutical formulations as an inactive ingredient. It can be found in ointments, creams, and laxatives, where it acts as a protective barrier, lubricant, or a stool softener.
– Food processing: In the food industry, paraffin oil may be used as a lubricant in food processing equipment or as a releasing agent for molds and pans.
2). Paraffin Wax: Paraffin wax is a white or colorless solid derived from petroleum. It is a mixture of hydrocarbons, primarily straight-chain alkanes. Paraffin wax has a relatively high melting point and is often used in its solid form.
Paraffin wax has a wide range of applications, including:
– Candles: Paraffin wax is a popular choice for candle making due to its low cost, easy availability, and ability to burn cleanly and evenly. It can be molded into various shapes and sizes and is commonly used in household candles, votives, and tea lights.
– Packaging and Coatings: Paraffin wax is used in packaging materials, such as waxed paper and cardboard, to provide moisture resistance and protect the contents. It is also utilized in coatings for fruits and vegetables to extend their shelf life and enhance their appearance.
– Cosmetics and Personal Care Products: Paraffin wax is used in beauty treatments, such as paraffin wax baths for hands and feet. The warm wax is applied to the skin to moisturize, soothe, and improve circulation.
– Industrial applications: Paraffin wax finds use in various industrial applications, including in the production of rubber products, electrical insulation, polishes, and as a component in wax-based formulations such as crayons and modeling waxes.
Both paraffin oil and wax are widely available and have numerous practical uses across different industries. It is important to note that proper handling and storage should be followed for these petroleum-derived products, as they are flammable and require caution when in use.Both paraffin oil and wax are widely available and have numerous practical uses across different industries. It is important to note that proper handling and storage should be followed for these petroleum-derived products, as they are flammable and require caution when in use.
Trade Process
Our trade process spreads across CIF, FOB, TTO, and TTT, depending on the buyer’s preference.
Here’s what they entail:
1). Cost Insurance and Freight (CIF): Here, the seller will handle everything from loading the vessel, paying for insurance, and sending the product to wherever the buyer wants it delivered.
2). Freight On Board (FOB): Here, the seller pays for the transportation of the goods to the port of shipment, plus loading costs, while the buyer pays the cost of marine freight transport, insurance, unloading, and transportation from the originating port to the final destination.
3). Tanker Take Over (TTO): Here, the buyer will take over the vessel, offload the product at their destination, and return it.
4). Tanker To Tanker (TTT): Here, the buyer uses their own vessel, long sides with the seller’s vessel, and then the cargo is transshipped when the transaction is fully settled.