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Paraffin Wax 64fh
Paraffin Wax 64fh
Key Functions: Functions as a smooth-burning candle base, offering excellent scent throw, clean finish, and even melting for professional candle crafting.
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✅ Key Features
- Refined paraffin wax ideal for candles and wax melts
- Low 64°F melting point ensures smooth pour and surface
- Excellent scent throw when blended with fragrance or essential oils
- Good opacity, dye dispersion, and surface finish
- Burns evenly with minimal soot when wicked correctly
🔬 Description
Paraffin Candle Wax 64°F is a high-performance candle wax with a low melting point, perfect for container candles, tea lights, and wax melts. Its creamy texture and excellent fragrance retention make it ideal for both essential oil and fragrance oil-based candles. The wax produces a smooth top finish, holds color and scent well, and delivers a clean burn with proper wicking. It can be blended with stearic acid or beeswax for added hardness or slow burn time.
📊 Technical Data
INCI Name: Paraffin
CAS Number: 8002-74-2
Solubility: Insoluble in water; blends with oils, fragrances, and waxes
Add Phase: Melt to 75–85°C before adding fragrance
pH Stability: Not applicable (anhydrous)
Processing Temperature: Melt at 65–80°C
Appearance: White solid flakes or slabs
Odor: Neutral to slightly waxy
Molecular Formula: Complex hydrocarbon blend (CnH2n+2)
Molecular Weight: Variable (alkane chain blend)
Flash Point: ~200°C
Density: ~0.9 g/cm³
Melting Point: ~64°F (17.8°C)
Chemical Type: Saturated hydrocarbon wax
Functional Groups: Alkane chain (no reactive groups)
Primary Uses: Candle jars, tea lights, wax melts, molded candles
🧪 Recommended Usage
- Usage Rate: Use as main wax or blend (100%)
- Fragrance Load: 3% – 8% depending on oil and wick size
- Ideal For: Jar Candles, Pillars, Wax Melts, Fragrance Blends
💡 Pro Tip
🕯️ Always add fragrance oil at 60–65°C to prevent evaporation and preserve scent intensity. For best cold throw, cure candles for 24–48 hours before first burn.
👩🔬 Skin Type Compatibility
✔️ Suitable for: Jar Candles, Scented Candles, Tarts, Wax Melts
✔️ Blendable with: Beeswax, Stearic Acid, Palm Wax
❌ Not intended for skincare use
🧴 Formulation Ideas
1. Jar Scented Candle
Melt 100% paraffin to 75°C, add 6% fragrance oil at 65°C, pour into pre-wicked jar for smooth surface and hot throw.
2. Wax Melts or Tarts
Blend 90% paraffin with 10% stearic acid for hard, fragrant wax melts that release scent when heated.
3. Colored Decorative Candle
Add 0.1% candle-safe dye and 5% fragrance oil for a colored, scented container candle with full opacity.
4. Custom Candle Blend
Mix with 20% beeswax for a softer, more natural burn while retaining excellent scent diffusion.
5. Massage Candle Base (Non-Skincare)
Add small % of skin-safe oils for low-temp melting massage candles — for ambient use, not direct application.
💧 Cosmetic Suitability:
🚫 Not suitable for cosmetic use. This product is not intended for skin application or topical use.
❓ FAQs
Q1: Can I use this paraffin wax on skin?
A1: No. This is candle-grade paraffin, not refined for direct skin contact or topical cosmetics.
Q2: What wick size should I use?
A2: Wick size depends on the diameter of your container and fragrance load. Start with medium cotton wick for 2.5–3 inch jars.
Q3: Why does my candle have a sinkhole after pouring?
A3: Rapid cooling or over-pouring can cause sinkholes. Pour at ~60–65°C and top off after a slight cool-down.
Q4: Can I blend this with soy or beeswax?
A4: Yes, this paraffin blends beautifully with soy, palm, or beeswax to adjust burn rate, texture, or scent throw.
Q5: Is this wax food safe?
A5: No, it is not food-grade. Use only for candles or ambient use.
📂 Documentation
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