{"id":5250,"date":"2023-11-06T20:00:33","date_gmt":"2023-11-06T16:30:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arashmahya.com\/?p=5250"},"modified":"2026-01-02T20:59:24","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T17:29:24","slug":"which-percentage-of-paraffin-is-best","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arashmahya.com\/en\/%d9%be%d8%a7%d8%b1%d8%a7%d9%81%db%8c%d9%86-%d8%a8%d8%a7-%da%86%d9%87-%d8%af%d8%b1%d8%b5%d8%af%db%8c-%d8%ae%d9%88%d8%a8%d9%87%d8%9f\/","title":{"rendered":"What percentage of paraffin is good?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Paraffin is an important and widely used material in various industries that is obtained from petroleum derivatives. In the production of paraffin, the percentage of paraffin fat is of particular importance. The percentage of paraffin fat has a direct impact on its quality and efficiency.<\/p>\n

In this article, we aim to examine the best percentage of paraffin fat for use in different products. For example, paraffin with percentages of 1 to 3 percent is recommended for use in the candle industry due to its high quality and longer burn time. But is this percentage also suitable for other industries?<\/p>\n

In this article, we will examine the advantages and disadvantages of different paraffin percentages to identify the best paraffin fat percentage for each industry.<\/p>\n

Definition of paraffin<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Paraffin is a petroleum substance that is found in liquid or solid form in the market. Solid paraffin has a jelly-like state and is also known as paraffin wax. In fact, paraffin wax refers to solid paraffin. This substance is used in the treatment of many diseases, as creams and sunscreens in the health industry, and as a lubricant in industry.<\/p>\n

In chemistry, paraffins are a group of substances called alkanes. In short, paraffin is a petroleum chemical that is found in liquid, solid, granular, and jelly forms. Solid and jelly paraffins have long been used to make candles, and over time, other uses for paraffin have been developed.<\/p>\n

Also, the liquid type of paraffin is also used in industries and industrial applications. Paraffin can be considered as a simple hydrocarbon compound in which the carbon atoms in its molecule are bonded to each other.<\/p>\n

Different percentages of fat in paraffin<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Paraffin is a type of hydrocarbon in which carbon atoms are linked to each other by single bonds and other atoms are linked to hydrogen atoms. Solid paraffin is divided into several categories based on its fat content, including 0.5 to 1 percent, 1 to 3 percent, 3 to 5 percent, and 5 to 7 percent fat.<\/p>\n

Solid paraffin usually contains about 3 to 5 percent oil and is milky white in color. This type of paraffin has a melting point of about 58 to 60 degrees Celsius and a freezing point of 50 to 55 degrees Celsius. However, liquid paraffin is white and transparent, has a boiling point of about 175 degrees Celsius and a vaporization point of about 265 degrees Celsius.<\/p>\n

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Types of solid paraffin and its applications<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Solid paraffin is generally divided into three categories: edible paraffin, sanitary paraffin, and industrial paraffin. Edible paraffin is used in the pharmaceutical industry, for example in drugs used to facilitate imaging of internal organs.<\/p>\n

Medical paraffin is also used in the manufacture of cosmetics, such as creams and ointments. Industrial paraffin is also used as a lubricant in various industries, such as the rubber industry.<\/p>\n

Types of liquid paraffin and its uses<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Liquid paraffin is another type of paraffin that is the opposite of solid paraffin. Liquid paraffin is mainly used in various industries. Among the industries that use liquid paraffin are the rubber, match, candle, battery, and cable industries.<\/p>\n

Liquid paraffin is also used in the production of pesticides, insulation, resin coloring, adhesive production, waterproof industrial fabric and paper production, waxes and polishes, cosmetics, wood and paper packaging, foundry, defense industries, cement industries, and textile industries.<\/p>\n

Also, liquid paraffin is produced in two ways: the sweating method and the acid method. In the sweating method, after initial molding and oiling, sweating and purification operations are performed using sulfuric acid.<\/p>\n

In the acid method, after remelting and adding acid without solvent by centrifugation, the crude paraffin is separated. The product is then dried and finally purified using sulfuric acid and filtration.<\/p>\n

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Exploring other types of paraffin<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Chlorinated paraffin is also used in polymer industries, especially in PVC, as a plasticizer, flame retardant, and pour point depressant in paints, and as an additive in high-pressure engine oils. This type of paraffin is used as one of the most widely used grades in various industries such as leather and flooring.<\/p>\n

As for cyclic paraffins, they are formed by hydrogenating aromatics. In addition, paraffins are found in abundance in gasoline and kerosene and are known as waxes, which are obtained from crude oil.<\/p>\n

Wax is usually a mixture of paraffins and resins and is applied as a thin layer to the surface to prevent water and moisture from penetrating the material. To apply this protective coating, the surface is usually cleaned and dried before applying the wax. The wax is then applied to the surface in liquid or solid form (depending on the type of wax) and spread well. The wax then dries and forms a protective layer on the surface.<\/p>\n

Method for checking paraffin quality <\/strong><\/h2>\n

If you squeeze solid paraffin, if it is soft and sinks into a solid oil, it may have a lot of fat and not be of high quality. But if it is hard, it can be said to have a little fat.<\/p>\n

The color of the paraffin can also be useful in determining its quality. If it is yellow or has a yellowish tint, it is likely to be high in fat and of poor quality. However, if it is white, you can be confident that it is good.<\/p>\n

There are other methods that can be used to determine the quality of paraffin. For example, laboratory analysis can determine its fat content, melting point, and viscosity or stickiness. But this method is expensive. Also, good paraffin should be light in color and can be clarified and brightened by using filtration compounds. A good option is to have a low fat paraffin slab that makes a sound like a wooden plank when it hits the ground but does not break. Also, the slab paraffin should show numerous crystal grains in sunlight and should not have a soapy appearance.<\/p>\n

Analysis and examination of paraffin with different percentages<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Paraffin is a petroleum derivative that is produced after refining and chemical processes in petrochemical companies. The longer this process is, the lower the percentage of fat in the paraffin and the higher the quality and price of the final product. The best type of paraffin is called crystal paraffin, which has a fat percentage of half to one percent.<\/p>\n

For example, high-quality paraffins for quality candles have percentages between 3 and 5%. Although there are products with percentages up to 12%, it is recommended not to use percentages above 5 because quality is very important.<\/p>\n

Paraffin with percentages of 1 to 3 percent has higher quality and burning time than percentages of 3 to 5 percent, and does not cause tears or smoke when burning.<\/p>\n

Final words<\/strong><\/h2>\n

According to the studies and research conducted, it can be concluded that for optimal use of paraffin in various industries, the percentage of paraffin fat should be carefully considered and carefully selected. Considering various applications, paraffin with percentages of 1 to 3 percent is known as a suitable and quality option for industries such as candle making.<\/p>\n

However, different percentages of paraffin should be examined and selected according to the specific needs of each industry and product. Further, for optimal utilization of paraffin and increasing the quality of products, it is recommended that further research be conducted on the effect of paraffin fat percentage in each industry. For advice on different percentages of paraffin, please contact our experienced experts at Arash Mahya.<\/p>\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  1. Why is paraffin recommended at 1 to 3 percent for the candle making industry?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Paraffin with percentages of 1 to 3% in candle making has high quality and longer burning time; therefore, it is recommended for the candle making industry.<\/p>\n

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    1. What is the difference in the oil content and color of light and heavy solid paraffins?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Heavy solid paraffin has a higher oil content and is darker in color than light solid paraffin.<\/p>\n

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      1. Does the price of paraffin vary with different percentages?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Yes, the price of paraffin varies by different percentages due to differences in quality and industrial uses.<\/p>\n

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        1. Why is the demand for light solid paraffin higher?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Due to its wider uses in various industries, the demand for light solid paraffin is higher.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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