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Sigma-Aldrich

Paraffin wax

tested according to Ph. Eur., high viscosity

Synonym(s):

Paraffinum Liquidum

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CAS Number:
8002-74-2
MDL number:
MFCD00132833
UNSPSC Code:
12181503
NACRES:
NA.25

Agency

USP/NF
tested according to Ph. Eur.

Quality Level

100

form

liquid (clear, viscous)

application(s)

pharmaceutical (small molecule)

InChI key

JWHAUXFOSRPERK-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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Storage Class Code

13 - Non Combustible Solids

WGK

nwg

Flash Point(F)

602.6 °F - Pensky-Martens closed cup

Flash Point(C)

317 °C - Pensky-Martens closed cup

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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BCCK3844
BCCJ3660
BCCG5759
BCCF9461
BCCD5547

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