Synthetic Waxes

Synthetic waxes are produced by Fischer-Tropsch process. This process converts natural gas into long chain paraffins. Fischer-Tropsch waxes are very hard, high melting, and white products, free of any aromatic impurities. They consist mainly of saturated, long straight chain hydrocarbons with only a small number of -CH3 branches. Their high linearity and sharp carbon distribution produce a narrow melt range, making these waxes highly versatile for wax formulation. The oil content of synthetic waxes is very low and consists mainly of short chain iso-paraffins.
Synthetic waxes can be used in the same applications as petroleum paraffin waxes: hot melt adhesives, coatings, laminating, printing inks, PVC lubricants, candles, paperboard, textiles, polishes, etc.