Microcrystalline
Its characteristics resemble those of natural waxes closely, including its high melting point, high viscosity, flexibility at low temperatures, and high cohesion and adhesion. Micro waxes can be either soft and ductile or firm and brittle. Melting points range from 145 – 200+ degrees Fahrenheit. Color values include Black, Brown, Amber, Yellow, Ivory, and White. Micro waxes can be used as substitutes for natural waxes. Other applications include hot melt adhesives, chewing gum bases, candle additives, laminating paper and foils, and polishes.
Clarus Specialty Products offers the following microcrystalline waxes. Applications may include adhesives, cosmetics, candle formulations, coatings, sculpting, encaustic art, and many more.
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Our Microcrystalline Products
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Product
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Min-Max (°C)
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Min-Max (°F)
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ASTM D-1321
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ClarCheck 2
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32°F
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11
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CSX Microblend 50
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52°C - 63°C
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125°F - 145°F
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40
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CSX Microblend 50D
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52°C - 63°C
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125°F - 145°F
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40
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CSX Microblend 25
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62°C - 68°C
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144°F - 154°F
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25
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CSM ClarFlex
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64°C - 74°C
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147°F - 166°F
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30
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CSX Microblend 21
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66°C - 73°C
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150°F - 164°F
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29
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MicroPlast
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67°C - 72°C
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152°F - 162°F
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28
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CSM 2070
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74°C - 84°C
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165°F - 147°F
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25
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CSM Optimus 1
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74°C - 79°C
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165°F - 175°F
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26
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CSM Optimus 2
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74°C - 79°C
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165°F - 175°F
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26
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CSM Optimus 3
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74°C - 79°C
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165°F - 175°F
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95
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CSM Optimus +
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74°C - 81°C
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165°F - 177°F
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26
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CSM Amber .80
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79°C - 87°C
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175°F - 188°F
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20
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CSM 180W
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79°C - 87°C
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175°F - 188°F
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21
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CSM Microblend 35
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88°C - 95°C
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192°F - 203°F
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7
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CSM Microblend 45
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90°C - 95°C
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195°F - 203°F
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5
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