Heavy Liquid Paraffin(HLP) – BP Grade
Heavy Liquid Paraffin is the common name for the alkane hydrocarbons. Heavy Liquid paraffin found as a white, odourless, tasteless liquid.
| TEST | RESULT |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, Colourless Liquid |
| Colour (Saybolt) | +30 - max |
| Kinematic Viscosity At 40 °C | 60 - 70 cSt |
| Specific Gravity At 25 °C | 0.830 - 0.890 |
| Flash Point | 230 - 250 °C |
| Acidity | Pass |
| Pour Point | -10 °C |
| Sulphur Compounds | Pass |
| Solid Paraffin | Pass |
Applications:
In air filter for conditioning systems and under-water systems.
In textile industry for lubrication of sewing machines & hosiery.
In cosmetic industry for preparation of hydrated creams, cold creams and beauty lotions.
In cosmetic industry for preparation of oils for children’s hygiene, preparation of make-up products.
In chemical industry for preparation of inert oils for the fabrication of metallic hydrides and catalysts.
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