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Product Name: Paraffin Wax
Synonyms: Hard paraffin, Fully Refined Paraffin
CAS Number: 8002-74-2
Recommended Use: Manufacturing candles, coating paper, protecting food, cosmetics, polishes, waterproofing
Supplier: Contact regional chemical supplier for specifics
Emergency Contact Phone: Local poison control center or supplier emergency line
Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS for most uses
Hazard Statements: May form combustible dust concentrations; can cause mild irritation to eyes and skin with prolonged contact; fumes from overheated wax can cause respiratory irritation
Pictograms: No pictograms mandated for standard consumer use
Signal Word: None required for consumer grade
Precautionary Statements: Avoid creating dust, ensure adequate ventilation, prevent inhalation of fumes especially at elevated temperatures, keep away from open flames or high heat
Substance: Paraffin wax
Chemical Formula: CnH2n+2
Purity: 98-100% paraffin hydrocarbons
Common Impurities: Trace amounts of oil, unsaturated hydrocarbons, additives depending on source
Other Components: Typical mixtures can contain hydrocarbons in the C20-C40 chain length range
Inhalation: Move to fresh air if vapors are inhaled during overheating; seek medical attention if symptoms like headache, nausea, or coughing persist
Skin Contact: Wash area with plenty of soap and water; for wax burns, cool quickly with water, do not attempt to pull off solidified wax; medical care required for burns
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes and get medical help if irritation stays
Ingestion: Rinse mouth; do not induce vomiting; seek medical care if any discomfort or large amounts swallowed
Notes to Physicians: Treat symptomatically and provide support for any respiratory or burn injuries
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide, foam, sand; avoid water streams as hot wax can splatter
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jets on burning wax pools
Special Hazards: Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air under certain conditions; heated wax gives off flammable fumes
Protective Equipment: Firefighters use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Advice for Firefighters: Stand clear of containers exposed to fire due to risk of explosion from build-up of pressure; keep containers cool with spray if safe
Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrocarbons can form in incomplete combustion
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, respiratory protection in dusty situations or with hot vapors; ensure good ventilation
Spill Cleanup: Solid wax: Sweep or shovel up, avoid creating dust; Liquid wax: Contain spill, allow to cool and solidify, then pick up as above
Environmental Precautions: Avoid entry into drains, watercourses, or soil
Disposal: Gather for disposal or reuse according to local waste regulations
Emergency Procedures: Clear area, remove ignition sources, ventilate space if fumes are present
Handling: Minimize dust creation, handle with care to avoid burns from hot wax; avoid inhalation of fumes by ensuring ventilation during melting
Storage: Store in cool, well-ventilated place, away from heat, sparks, and open flame; keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers
Container Requirements: Use containers designed to prevent leaks; keep tightly closed to avoid contamination with moisture or dust
Special Precautions: Keep away from food and drinks, do not eat, drink, or smoke during use
Storage Temperature: Ambient, avoid temperatures above 40°C for prolonged periods to maintain quality
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established limits for paraffin wax itself; ACGIH recommends threshold limit for paraffin wax fumes of 2 mg/m³
Engineering Controls: Provide local exhaust ventilation where dust or vapor occurs, especially in melting and blending operations
Personal Protective Equipment: Wear safety glasses; use gloves resistant to heat and chemicals; wear long sleeve clothing to protect skin from molten wax
Respiratory Protection: Respirator recommended in poorly ventilated areas or where fumes are present
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, remove contaminated clothing before eating or drinking
Appearance: White or colorless, odorless, solid wax in blocks, granules, or pellets
Odor: Very mild, characteristic wax odor
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point: 46°C to 68°C (115°F to 154°F), varies by grade
Boiling Point: Above 300°C (572°F), wax decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Approx. 200°C (392°F), lower for powdered form
Auto-ignition Temperature: 245°C (473°F)
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at ambient conditions
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in most organic solvents
Density: 0.88–0.94 g/cm³ at 20°C
Partition Coefficient: Log Kow > 6 (estimated, highly lipophilic)
Viscosity: Varies with temperature and grade
Chemical Stability: Stable at normal temperatures and storage conditions
Reactivity: Inert under most conditions, can react with strong oxidizers such as chlorine, peroxides
Hazardous Reactions: May form flammable mixtures with air if heated or dispersed as a dust
Decomposition Products: Overheating yields carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, various hydrocarbons
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, sparks, open flames, strong oxidizing conditions
Acute Toxicity: Considered non-toxic via oral, dermal, or inhalation routes for humans in consumer use quantities
Skin Contact: Low irritation potential; prolonged contact may cause dryness or cracking
Eye Contact: May cause transient irritation
Inhalation: Wax fumes irritating to respiratory tract in high concentrations or after thermal decomposition
Chronic Exposure: Repeated, long-term exposure to fumes can aggravate conditions like asthma
Carcinogenicity: Based on current data, not listed as carcinogen by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Other Health Effects: No evidence for mutagenicity, reproductive, or developmental toxicity under typical use
Ecotoxicity: Not considered acutely hazardous to aquatic or terrestrial organisms in solid form
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegrades very slowly in the environment
Bioaccumulation Potential: High potential due to hydrophobic nature if released in significant quantity
Mobility: Immobile as a solid; may float on water and create persistent films
Aquatic Toxicity: Physical obstruction can harm aquatic life, particularly birds and fish if ingested
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of according to local, state, and federal waste management regulations; preferred methods include landfill or regulated incineration
Non-Hazardous Waste: Most jurisdictions do not classify paraffin wax as hazardous waste
Special Disposal Instructions: Avoid release into waterways, avoid burning in open air to reduce toxic fume production
Container Disposal: Completely empty containers before discarding; recycle or landfill as appropriate
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as dangerous under ADR, IMDG, IATA
Packing Group: Not required
Labels: No hazard labels needed for standard ground or air shipment
Special Precautions: Protect from heat, keep packages upright to prevent leaks
OSHA: Falls under the category of non-hazardous substances, general duty to communicate workplace safety
EPA: Not listed as a hazardous substance or waste, general Clean Water Act provisions apply for accidental spills
TSCA: Listed on the Toxic Substances Control Act inventory
EU Regulations: Not classified as hazardous under CLP Regulation EC 1272/2008
Other Standards: Complies with FDA regulations for indirect food contact when produced for such use, check local directives for country-specific labeling or restrictions
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