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Hydroxyamide waxes are produced by the reaction of amines with the carboxyl group of hydroxystearic acid. Possessing one or more hydroxyls, they are high melting point, wax-like materials. The hydroxystearamides are hard waxes that are extremely resistant to alkalis and acids, in contrast to the natural and synthetic ester waxes. These materials have excellent lubricating and anti-static properties for plastic and metals. They also have sharp melt points and will function to raise the tack-free point of hot melt compositions. The high melt point and excellent pigment wetting ability allows for its use as an anti-blocking agent for high-speed inks and coatings.

Castorwax® A wax like compound obtained by the controlled hydrogenation of pure castor oil. the principle constituent is glycerol tris 12-hydroxystearate, also known as opalwax. Castorwax® is a hard, brittle, high melting point wax that is insoluble in most organic solvents but is highly compatible with most resins and waxes.

Castorwax® NF A certified pharmaceutical grade of hydrogenated castor oil, developed for use in ointments, creams, sticks and drug tableting.

Castorwax® MP-80 A partially hydrogenated castor oil having a lower melting point (approximately 80 deg C) with improved compatibility and solubility over Castorwax®.

Castorwax® MP-70 A partially hydrogenated castor oil having a lower melting point (approximately 70 deg C) with improved compatibility and solubility over Castorwax®

Naturechem® CR Cetyl ricinoleate, a non-comedogenic, non-oily cosmetic emollient. Naturechem® CR will produce skin care products that impart a silky feel to the skin while moisturizing winterized/sun dried skin.

Naturechem® EGHS Ethylene glycol hydroxystearate is an off-white wax that functions principally as an auxiliary emulsifier with physical properties similar to candelilla wax. Naturechem® EGHS will provide the typical properties of ethylene glycol stearate and enhanced properties such as improved emulsion stability, emolliency, bodying and thickening properties.

Naturechem® GMHS Glycerol hydroxystearate is an off-white wax that functions as an auxiliary emulsifier with physical properties similar to beeswax. Naturechem® GMHS will provide the functional characteristics of glycerol stearate and enhanced properties such as improved emulsion stability, bodying and thickening properties, emolliency and greater dispersability of colorants and active materials.

Naturechem® PGHS Propylene glycol hydroxystearate is an off-white wax that functions as an auxiliary emulsifier and dispersing agent for colorants and active ingredients. It has physical properties similar to those of spermaceti wax. Naturechem® PGHS will provide all the functional characteristics of propylene glycol stearate in addition to providing improved emulsion stability, soft velvety feel to the skin, and improved dispersability of colorants and active ingredients.

Paricin® 1 Methyl hydroxystearate, an internal lubricant and processing aid for Butyl and EPDM rubber stock. Paricin® 1 eliminates the surface tack common to butyl rubber. Paricin® 1 has excellent mold release properties; firming agent in cosmetics and specialty inks. A source of hydroxystearic acid for glycerine-free lithium greases.

Paricin® 9 Propylene glycol monohydroxystearate is an off-white wax which has physical properties similar to those of spermaceti wax. Paricin® 9 will provide all the functional characteristics of propylene glycol stearate in addition to providing improved emulsion stability and improved dispersability of colorants and active ingredients.

Paricin® 13 Glycerol monohydroxystearate is an off-white wax with physical properties similar to beeswax. Paricin® 13 will provide the functional characteristics of glycerol stearate and enhanced properties such as improved emulsion stability, bodying and thickening properties and greater dispersability of colorants and active materials.

Paricin® 220 N(2 hydroxy ethyl)12-hydroxystearamide is a brittle, tan, wax like solid. Paricin® 220 has little solubility in alcohols and is insoluble in most other organic solvents. It has excellent lubricating and anti-static properties for plastics and metals. It has a sharp melt point and will function to raise the tack-free point of hot melt compositions. The high melt point and excellent pigment wetting ability of Paricin® 220 allows for its use as an anti-blocking agent for high speed inks and coatings.

Paricin® 285 N,N' Ethylene Bis 12-hydroxystearmide is a light brown, opaque, wax-like solid. Paricin® 285 is hard and tough with outstanding water and oil resistance and an exceptionally high melt point. It has excellent lubricating and anti-static properties for plastics and metals. It has a sharp melt point and will function to raise the tack-free point of hot melt compositions. The high melt point and excellent pigment wetting ability of Paricin® 285 allows for its use as an anti-blocking agent for high speed inks and coatings.

Lubricin® N-2 A non-metallic internal/external lubricant for use in rigid and semi-rigid filled and unfilled PVC compounds. Lubricin® N-2 provides improved wetting of organic fillers, resulting in more uniform dispersion of the filler, lowering viscosity and reducing power output requirements during processing.

12-Hydrostearic Acid Hydroxystearic acid is a saturated, 18 carbon, straight-chain acid with a hydroxyl group on the 12th carbon. The standard fatty acid used for the preparation of glycerine-free lithium and calcium greases. It is also used in cosmetics wax blends, coatings resins and polishes.

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