Petroleum Jelly

Petroleum Jelly
Petroleum jelly, also known as Vaseline, is a mixture of mineral oils and waxes that forms a semisolid, jelly-like substance. It consists of hydrocarbons with various melting points and is widely used in cosmetics, health, and industrial applications due to its lubricating and coating properties.

Description

Petroleum Jelly
Petroleum jelly, also called Vaseline, is a mixture of mineral oils and waxes that forms a semi-solid, jelly-like substance. It consists of hydrocarbons with various melting points and is widely used in cosmetics, health, and industrial applications due to its lubricating and coating properties.

Analysis Table:

Property Value Test Method
Color (lovibond) cell 1” 1 – 1.5 IP 17
Specific Gravity @ 25°C 0.79 – 0.84 ASTM D1298
Viscosity @ 100°C (cst) 4.4 – 5 ASTM D445
Congealing Point (°C) 48 – 50 ASTM D938
Drop Melting Point (°C) 54 – 59 ASTM D127
Penetration 0.1 mm @ 25°C 110 – 150 ASTM D937
Flash Point (°C) Min 200 ASTM D92
Acidity & Alkalinity Passed BP 2020

Applications:

  1. Cosmetic and skin care
  2. Lubricant for plastic and metal objects
  3. Anti-corrosion for metals
  4. Anti-wear and anti-fatigue for machinery
  5. Fluid agent for molding and leather industries
  6. Electrical insulator
  7. Wood industry

Packing Information:

Steel drums with capacities of 175 kg and 50 kg
Plastic drums with capacities of 175 kg and 50 kg​(petroleum jelly).

 

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