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Paraffin Liquid Light BP

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Stock Availability

On Shelf - Approx. UK delivery date: Friday the 03rd October 2025*

In bulk stock - ships within 10 - 12 Working Days (Excluding weekends and public holidays)

4 to 6 weeks approx. (Not guaranteed)

UK Shipping

Unfortunately, we are not currently accepting orders for Northern Ireland, Jersey and Guernsey.

We can only ship to the following postcodes where a Royal Mail postal option has been chosen at checkout.

AB, DD, DG3, DG4, DG6 - DG9, EH, FK, G, HS, IM, IV, KA, KW, KY, ML, PA, PH, PO30 - PO41, TD, TR21 - TR25, ZE

* We will always try to ship as early as possible. Delivery could be much quicker than stated but is not guaranteed

Applications

It is commonly used in various applications, including:

Pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries: as a lubricant, emollient, and moisturizer in various products such as creams, lotions, ointments, and hair care products.
Food industry: as a coating agent for fruits and vegetables to enhance their appearance and prolong their shelf life.
Industrial applications: as a lubricant in metalworking, as a heat transfer fluid in machinery, and as a component in various coatings and paints.
Candle making: as a component in various candle formulations due to its low melting point and good burning characteristics.
Horticulture: as a soil conditioner and moisture-retaining agent in gardening and plant cultivation.

General

What is Paraffin Liquid Light? It is a highly refined, clear, oily liquid composed primarily of saturated hydrocarbons (alkanes) with carbon chain lengths typically between C17 and C20. It is odourless, colourless, and non-volatile, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.

Consistent Quality: We provide only high-quality Paraffin Liquid Light, meeting the standards of British Pharmacopoeia (BP), ensuring reliable and consistent performance in industrial, research, and manufacturing applications.

Shipped from Manchester, UK Facility: Sourced and bottled using non-toxic, chemical-resistant containers, ensuring reliable quality for our customers.

Frequent Uses

Lubricants
Acts as a lubricant in machinery, preventing friction and wear.

Cosmetics
It is a key ingredient in moisturisers, lotions, creams, hair oils, and makeup removers due to its ability to soften and moisturise the skin and hair.