MICROCRYSTALLINE WAXES OVERVIEW
Microcrystalline
waxes consist of odorless, tasteless,
nonpolar hydrocarbons with relatively
high melting points. Sonneborn Multiwax® grades
vary in color from white to yellow,
and in such physical properties as
hardness and melting point.
APPLICATIONS
Sonneborn has a broad
product line of microcrystalline waxes.
Our waxes act as bases for chewing
gum, and as cold-flexible coatings
for cheese wheels. They are natural
bases in lipstick, cold creams, and
ointments, where they harden, lubricate,
carry pigments and medication, and
protect against moisture.
FDA-approved Multiwax plays an important
role in food packaging. Wax-impregnated
paper, film, foil, and corrugated board
protect foods from moisture. Multiwax
helps hot melt adhesives flow readily
and form flexible bonds. Many of the
wax products we use daily, from crayons,
candles, and caulk to sealants and
fine wood polishes, start with Sonneborn
Multiwax. Our microcrystalline waxes
act as carriers for compounds that
prevent rust in a wide range of industries.
PRODUCTS
Sonneborn is one of the
world’s largest producers of
microcrystalline waxes. Because we
make all of our wax as a primary product,
not a by-product, we rank among the
most dependable suppliers. We ship
waxes as bulk liquids, or in cartons
or pallets. Sonneborn’s standard
Multiwax grades all meet FDA CFR 172.886
and 178.3710 requirements for food-grade
petroleum waxes. We also provide a
variety of technical grades. Our product
line offers you the world’s
widest choice of white microcrystalline
waxes. The hardness of our standard
waxes ranges from 15 to 80 on the
ASTM D-1321 needle penetration test.
Sonneborn customizes physical properties
to meet customer specifications.
MICROCRYSTALLINE WAXES:
Multiwax® 180-M
Multiwax® 180-W
Multiwax® W-445
Multiwax® ML-445
Multiwax® W-835
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