Technical grade
Microcrystalline Wax WX-160S in Kenya
Microcrystalline Wax WX-160S is primarily used in the cosmetic and personal care industry. This versatile wax offers superior adhesion and film-forming properties, making it ideal for various applications including creams, lotions, and lip products. Its unique composition allows for enhanced texture and stability in formulations. This product is widely sought after by manufacturers for its ability to improve product performance and consumer experience. The stability and versatility of Microcrystalline Wax WX-160S make it a valuable ingredient in many formulations.
Main applicationCosmetics manufacturing — Enhances texture and stability in creams and lotions.
Microcrystalline Wax WX-160S is significant in the cosmetic and personal care industries due to its ability to enhance product texture and stability. It enables formulations to meet consumer expectations for quality and performance, making it a crucial ingredient for manufacturers looking to produce effective and appealing products.
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Available in blocks or slabs.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- White to off-white solid wax
Microcrystalline Wax WX-160S is derived from the refining of crude oil, resulting in a complex structure of saturated hydrocarbons that gives it a unique set of properties. Its melting point and hardness allow it to perform well as a thickener and stabilizer in various formulations. When selecting this product, buyers should consider the specific application requirements such as melting point and texture. The wax is typically used at concentrations between 1-10% in formulations. Always specify the product name and intended use when ordering.
Delivery
Microcrystalline Wax WX-160S in Kenya is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Cosmetics manufacturing — Enhances texture and stability in creams and lotions.
- Lip formulations — Provides structure and sheen to lip products.
- Suppository production — Acts as a binder and stabilizer in pharmaceutical formulations.
- Candle making — Improves the opacity and burn properties of candles.
- Coating applications — Provides a glossy finish and protective layer in various coatings.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Improves formulation stability — Ensures consistent texture and performance over time.
- Enhances sensory feel — Provides a smooth and pleasant application experience.
- Increases product longevity — Helps extend the shelf-life of formulations.
- Versatile applications — Suitable for a wide range of cosmetic and industrial uses.
- Easy to handle — Available in manageable packaging for convenience in production.
Quality assurance
- Documentation, including a certificate of analysis and safety data sheet, can be issued with a consignment where required.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What grade of Microcrystalline Wax WX-160S in Kenya is supplied?
Microcrystalline Wax WX-160S in Kenya is supplied as Technical grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does Microcrystalline Wax WX-160S in Kenya look like?
Microcrystalline Wax WX-160S in Kenya is described as white to off-white solid wax. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Microcrystalline Wax WX-160S in Kenya used for?
Common applications include cosmetics manufacturing — Enhances texture and stability in creams and lotions. Lip formulations — Provides structure and sheen to lip products. Suppository production — Acts as a binder and stabilizer in pharmaceutical formulations. Candle making — Improves the opacity and burn properties of candles. Coating applications — Provides a glossy finish and protective layer in various coatings.. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Microcrystalline Wax WX-160S in Kenya?
Microcrystalline Wax WX-160S in Kenya is supplied to the Food Processing & Beverage, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Cosmetics & Personal Care and Cleaning & Detergents sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Microcrystalline Wax WX-160S in Kenya available in?
Available in blocks or slabs. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
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