Wax
Waxes have been used for centuries for waterproofing, for candles and for polishing compounds. Currently there are many different products which are classified as waxes. Our specialty is in taking these typically hydrophobic compounds and making water based, broadly compatible emulsions and dispersions, so that formulators can incorporate them easily into their products. These products include: floor finishes, furniture polishes, auto polishes and shampoos, paints, graphic arts coatings, inks, paper coatings, industrial coatings, fruit coatings, mold release compounds, latex and synthetic latex products, sizing aids for textiles, textile softeners, leather coatings and can and coil coatings to name a few.
Waxes typically have the following properties:
Solid at room temperature
Melt above 45°C/113°F without decomposing
Low viscosity above melt point
Polishable with pressure
Translucent to opaque, not glassy
Waxes can help the formulator improve or modify the following properties: water resistance, adhesion, rub resistance, release, slip, anti-blocking, lubricity and gloss.
Waxes can be classified as Natural or Synthetic.
For specific products to be used in the wax industry see our line of: