Engineering-Grade Waxes for Premium Industrial Performance

IGI offers a comprehensive range of petroleum-derived waxes including paraffin wax, microcrystalline wax, and slack wax to clients across multiple industries. Engineered for reliability, consistency, and regulatory compliance, our waxes are designed to meet the critical performance and quality standards of industrial, packaging, food, and specialty sectors. Each petroleum wax grade is supported by transparent technical data and the insight of a knowledgeable engineering team.

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Technical Overview of Petroleum Wax Grades

IGI’s petroleum waxes are refined and fractionated to deliver the required physical and chemical properties necessary for an array of applications.

Paraffin Waxes

Our paraffin waxes are characterized by high crystallinity, clarity, and controllable melting points, making them the ideal wax for packaging products, candles, and more. Many are also FDA-approved for use in food coatings.

Microcrystalline Waxes

Microcrystalline wax offers higher flexibility, adhesion, and oil retention than other wax types. Our microcrystalline waxes are ideally suited for cosmetics, adhesives, rubbers, and electrical applications.

Slack Waxes 

Slack wax finds use as an intermediate or base material for industrial lubricants, protective coatings, and formulation extenders. 

Bespoke Wax Blends

All IGI wax grades are available in multiple melting points, oil content levels, and color specifications, allowing engineers to select the precise raw materials to meet their processing and finished product requirements.

Petroleum Wax Technical Data and Specifications

IGI petroleum waxes are shipped along with complete technical and regulatory documentation for absolute transparency and traceability. 

Please see the below chart for representative data by type (actual specs will be provided for each grade or order):

Product	Product Characteristics	Typical MELT POINT °F/C°
Paraffin	• clearly defined crystal structure • hard and brittle	120-160/49-71
Microcrystalline	• less defined crystalline structure • can be soft and tacky or hard and	140-190/60-88
Petrolatum	• microcrystalline in nature • has a medium hardness	130-145/55-63

Applications and Industry Solutions

IGI petroleum waxes are relied on by engineers and manufacturers in numerous industries including:

Candles and Decorative Products

The high purity and consistent burn profiles of our waxes make them ideal for both mass-production and specialty candle making

Food Packaging & Coatings

Many of our waxes are available in FDA-compliant grades for direct and indirect contact with food products. 

Rubber and Tire Compounding

Enjoy improved processing, easier release, and anti-block properties with waxes engineered for use in the rubber and tire industries. 

Cosmetics and Personal Care

Our cosmetics-grade waxes offer a flexible barrier, improved texture, and greater stability for a range of makeup, skincare, and personal care products. 

Adhesives, Sealants and Inks

High-purity wax provides the controlled viscosity, glossy appearance, and adhesion modification required in the production of inks, sealants, adhesives, and other coatings. 

Industrial Lubricants, Polishes, and Electrical Insulation

The right petroleum wax can enhance water resistance and dielectric performance across a range of electrical and industrial applications. 

Custom wax grades and blends are available to meet non-standard applications or emerging regulatory requirements.

How to Specify or Request a Custom Petroleum Wax

For process-specific demands such as tailored melting points, bespoke oil content, or compliance to food-grade or pharmaceutical standards, IGI’s technical team provides:

Spec Matching

Submit your process or product specifications and our industrial wax engineers will recommend or match a grade for your requirements. 

Custom Blending

We can create proprietary blends, modify melting points or oil content, and engineer your wax for specific physical properties as needed.

Sample Shipment

To ensure your custom wax is right for your needs, we offer fast delivery of technical samples for your lab or production trials. 

Full Documentation

Absolute transparency is important to us. That’s why TIS, SDS, CoA, and regulatory certifications are provided with every order.

Quality Assurance and Technical Compliance Made Easy

Every IGI petroleum wax shipment is batch tested for core physical properties and verified for its compliance with international and industry-specific regulations (including REACH, FDA, and Kosher.)

Certificates of analysis, technical data, and regulatory documentation are supplied as standard with every order. IGI also maintains traceability for every batch to support process audits, root cause investigations, and certification needs.

Frequently Asked Technical Questions

Q: What is the difference between paraffin, microcrystalline, and slack wax?

A: Paraffin wax is highly crystalline and transparent, and is used for clarity, barrier, and melt-point control. Microcrystalline wax is more flexible, adhesive, and oil-retentive, making it ideal for formulations needing enhanced elasticity or texture. Slack wax is a less refined intermediate wax typically used as a base or for blending.

Q: Are IGI petroleum waxes food or pharma grade?

A: Select IGI paraffin and microcrystalline wax grades are FDA-compliant for direct or indirect food contact. Some of our petroleum waxes are also pharmaceutical grade. Always specify the intended use and request regulatory documentation for food or pharmaceutical applications before ordering. 

Q: Can you match a competitor’s wax or develop a custom blend?

A: Yes. Please provide a target specification or competitor data sheet and our expert IGI engineers will match, formulate, or improve upon the reference to create a bespoke wax for your needs. 

Q: How do you ensure product quality and batch-to-batch consistency?

A: Every batch of IGI petroleum wax is tested for melting point, oil content, color, and penetration, with full traceability assured and COA/SDS documentation retained and supplied with every order. 

Q: What formats and packaging options are available?

A: All our waxes are available as standard slabs or in pelletized, bagged, or bulk formats. Packaging can also be customized for line compatibility or storage needs. Please reach out to the team to discuss your requirements. 

Submit Your Technical Requirements or Request a Sample

Whether you are qualifying materials, running process trials, troubleshooting an application, or ready to scale up production, IGI’s engineering team is ready to assist. With rapid sample shipment, full technical documentation supplied as standard, and application consultation and process review services available, IGI is a trusted petroleum wax supplier with thousands of satisfied clients. 

Submit your requirements and our experts will recommend or customize the best petroleum wax solution for your needs. 

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