P2 paraffin is a fully refined, food-grade paraffin wax with very low oil content and a clean white appearance. Because it melts in a narrow, predictable range and stays odorless, manufacturers choose it for candles, food-contact coatings, cosmetics, and many other products. Moreover, buyers prefer P2 paraffin when they need consistent performance, easy processing, and reliable compliance. At Basekim, we supply P2 paraffin from our UAE and Turkey hubs, so you get fast dispatch, flexible packaging, and technical support on every order.
What is P2 paraffin?
In simple terms, P2 is a manufacturer grade name for fully refined paraffin wax—typically filtered, deodorized, and de-oiled to deliver ≤0.5% oil and a melting range around 58–60 °C. Because of this purity, it qualifies for many food contact and personal-care uses, while it also performs beautifully in candles. In practice, you’ll also see it sold as “P-2,” “P2 fully refined,” or “paraffin 58/60” (a shorthand for the melting range). Consequently, if your specification calls for FRP 58/60 or P-2, you’re generally looking at the same class of material.
Typical technical specifications buyers check
To make procurement easy, here are the properties most buyers request. Values below are typical ranges reported by producers and distributors; your final COA may vary slightly by batch and origin.
Melting point: ~58–62 °C
Oil content: ~0.3–0.5% (fully refined, food-grade)
Penetration (25 °C, 1/10 mm): ≤ 15–20
Congealing point: ~53–59 °C
Viscosity (100 °C): ~3–4 cSt
Color (Saybolt/ASTM): +28 or better; water-white appearance
Odor/impurities: odorless after refining; no mechanical impurities
Why these numbers matter
Because low oil improves hardness, clarity, and migration behavior, P2 paraffin offers bright color and cleaner burn in candles, and it provides durable, neutral coatings on paper, cardboard, and certain plastics. Likewise, a 58/60 °C melt balances processability and finished-product stability, which helps candles hold shape and helps coatings resist blocking in warm climates. Finally, consistent penetration and viscosity make every batch easier to run at scale.
Common uses for P2 paraffin
Because it is fully refined and food-grade, P2 paraffin works across many industries:
Candles & decorative products: clean appearance, good mold release, and predictable shrink. Moreover, its 58/60 °C range suits containers and pillars; many brands blend it with microcrystalline or additives for specific textures.
Food-contact coatings: paper and flexible packaging, cheese rinds, and moisture/grease barriers where permitted.
Cosmetics & personal care: creams, balms, depilatory waxes, and spa treatments, where neutral odor and color are essential.
Household & industrial: wood protection, matches, waterproofing blends, rubber/plastics processing aids, and anti-tack agents.
Compliance and safety notes
For food-contact uses in the United States, paraffin waxes appear in the FDA’s inventory of indirect additives in 21 CFR; however, approval depends on the exact identity and the intended conditions of use. Therefore, buyers should match the regulation to the application (for example, coatings on paper or impregnants) and confirm with their compliance team.
In the EU, the EFSA assessment on paraffinic refined waxes concluded no consumer safety concern when migration to food is ≤ 5 mg/kg; nonetheless, Member States have asked operators to control MOAH levels proactively. Consequently, European buyers often request migration and MOAH testing for food-contact projects.
How P2 compares to other paraffin grades
Paraffin waxes are broadly classified by oil content into fully refined, semi-refined, and slack wax. Because P2 sits in the fully refined class (lowest oil, highest purity), it offers the most consistent color, odor, and performance—albeit at a premium versus semi-refined. Thus, if your application is sensitive to color, odor, or migration, P2 is the safer choice.
Forms, packaging, and handling
You can purchase P2 paraffin in slabs/blocks, granules, or flakes, which simplifies dosing and melting. Additionally, typical packaging includes ~5 kg slabs in ~20 kg sacks (56 sacks per pallet), or 20 kg bags for granules/flakes, often 1000–1180 kg per pallet. Because palletization varies by plant and region, please confirm weights before booking.
At Basekim, we also offer jumbo bags and melt-ready granules for large runs. Moreover, we provide COA, MSDS, and origin documents with every shipment, so import clearance stays smooth.
Processing tips (quick start)
Melting: use a jacketed kettle or indirect heat; warm gradually and keep temperatures as low as your process allows to minimize thermal stress.
Blending: for candles, many customers blend a few percent of microcrystalline wax or polymer additives to tune hardness and shrink; for coatings, customers adjust viscosity with compatible waxes or oils.
Storage: keep in a cool, dry place away from sunlight; re-close bags to avoid dust and moisture pickup.
Why buyers pick Basekim for P2 paraffin
Because we ship from UAE and Turkey, your lead times shrink and your freight options increase. Furthermore, we preload pallets cleanly, photograph lots before dispatch, and share updates in real time. Consequently, you get predictable arrivals and fewer surprises at the plant. In addition, our team can match P2 paraffin to your target melting range, oil limit, and penetration, and we can supply test batches so you validate before scaling.
Documentation & QA support
Batch-specific COA with melt, oil, penetration, color, and congeal
MSDS and product specification sheet
Food-contact statements on request, aligned with your market’s rules
Optional third-party tests (migration/MOAH) for EU buyers
Quick specification snapshot (example)
| Parameter | Typical P2 Range | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Melting point | 58–60 °C | Sets processing temp, candle shape retention |
| Oil content | ≤ 0.5% | Improves clarity, hardness, and migration profile |
| Penetration (25 °C) | ≤ 15–20 (1/10 mm) | Relates to hardness and scuff resistance |
| Congealing point | ~53–59 °C | Indicates solidification behavior for coatings |
| Viscosity (100 °C) | ~3–4 cSt | Affects pumpability and film build |
| Color / odor | +28 Saybolt, neutral | Ensures bright color and clean scent |