PRODUCT Properties
| Melting point: | 61-78° |
| Density | 0.91-0.92 |
| Flash point: | 113 °C |
| solubility | Soluble in benzene, chloroform, naphtha, hot oils,
petroleum ether, 30 parts absolute ethanol, turpentine, carbon
disulfide, and most organic solvents. Insoluble in water. |
| form | Solid |
| color | White waxy |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Water Solubility | Insoluble in water |
| CAS DataBase Reference | 8001-75-0 |
| EPA Substance Registry System | Ceresin (8001-75-0) |
Description and Uses
ceresin regulates the viscosity, suspension properties, and overall stability of a skin care preparation. It is used in protective creams as a beeswax and paraffin substitute. This white-to-yellow waxy mixture of hydrocarbons is obtained by the purification of ozokerite. Ceresin may cause allergic reactions.
