Liquid Paraffin Pharma

Synonym(s)

: Paraffinium liquid, Russian mineral oil

Mol. Formula

: C70H144

EC / List no.

: 232-384-2

CAS no.

: 8012-95-1

Molecular weight

: 984

Paraffin liquid paraffin is a highly refined mineral oil used in cosmetics and medicine. It is a liquid consisting of saturated hydrocarbons derived from petroleum.

Application

» This substance is used as a pediatric laxative, a popular treatment for constipation and encopresis.
» Liquid paraffin is also used in combination with magnesium as an osmotic laxative, sold under the trade name Mil-Par.
» It can be used as a release agent, binder or lubricant on capsules and tablets.

Product Specifications

Physical and Chemical Properties
» Liquid paraffin appears in transparent, colorless and oily liquid form.
» It has very little odor.

Properties

Characteristics	Unit	Value	Condition
Flash point	°C	215
Density	g/cm³	0.86- 089	20 °C
Solubility			Insoluble with water
Autoignition temperature	°C	245