Chlorinated Heavy Normal Paraffin

Abstract

Chlorinated Heavy Normal paraffin is a replacement of chlorinated paraffin wax. The method of manufacturing of both the products is the same and so is the end-use. Apart from above the best part of Chlorinated Heavy Normal Paraffin is that in this product maximum Chlorination which can be achieved is 70% while in chlorinated paraffin wax it is 60%. It is used as secondary plasticiser for Polyvinyl Chloride resins, plasticiser extender in synthetic rubber, Nitrocellulose, polystyrene etc. It is also used for impregnating textile and fabrics of all kinds as a flame retardant. It also finds application in paint industry for manufacturing of fire proof paints. It is widely used in foundry industry.