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Food grade paraffin wax is a highly refined, white, odorless wax derived from petroleum that meets strict food safety standards including FDA 21 CFR 178.3710 and EU food contact regulations. With an oil content of 0.5% or less, it is safe for direct and indirect food contact applications. Zumrut International Kimya supplies this wax in bulk FOB Iskenderun Port, Turkey, with full documentation including COA and MSDS.
Quick Answer: fully refined wax must have an oil content of 0.5% or less, be white and odorless, and comply with FDA 21 CFR 178.3710 or EU food safety standards. Only fully refined paraffin wax qualifies as food grade — semi refined paraffin wax does NOT meet food safety requirements.
FDA Compliance
What Is Food Grade Paraffin Wax?
this wax is fully refined paraffin wax that has been processed to remove all impurities, oil, and color — resulting in a pure white, odorless, tasteless wax that is safe for contact with food. The refining process includes solvent dewaxing, deoiling, and hydrofinishing to achieve an oil content below 0.5%.
fully refined wax complies with the following international food safety standards:
- FDA 21 CFR 178.3710 — US Food and Drug Administration standard for paraffin wax used in food-contact articles. Requires minimum melting point of 50°C and oil content ≤ 0.5%.
- EU Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 — European Union regulation on materials and articles intended to contact food.
- Codex Alimentarius — International food standards body that recognizes fully refined wax as a permitted food additive (INS 905).
- REACH Compliance — European chemicals regulation ensuring the wax is free from restricted substances.
Applications
Food Grade Paraffin Wax Applications
this wax is used across a wide range of food and food-contact applications worldwide. Here is a complete overview of its main uses.
Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications — Food Grade Paraffin Wax
All this wax supplied by Zumrut International Kimya meets FDA 21 CFR 178.3710 and EU food contact regulations. Certificate of Analysis (COA) provided with every shipment.
| Parameter | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Oil Content | ≤ 0.5% | ASTM D721 |
| Melting Point | 52°C – 62°C (by grade) | ASTM D87 |
| Color (Saybolt) | +28 to +30 (White) | ASTM D156 |
| Odor | Odorless | Sensory test |
| Taste | Tasteless | Sensory test |
| Viscosity at 100°C | 3.0 – 4.5 cSt | ASTM D445 |
| Penetration at 25°C | 14 – 18 (0.1mm) | ASTM D1321 |
| Flash Point | > 200°C | ASTM D92 |
| Purity | > 99.5% | ASTM D2042 |
| FDA Compliance | 21 CFR 178.3710 | — |
| EU Compliance | EC No 1935/2004 | — |
| Packaging | Slabs in carton box (50kg) | — |
Food vs Non-Food Grade
Food Grade vs Industrial Grade Paraffin Wax
Understanding the difference between food grade and industrial grade paraffin wax is critical for buyers in the food and packaging industry.
| Property | Food Grade (Fully Refined) | Industrial Grade (Semi Refined) |
|---|---|---|
| Oil Content | ≤ 0.5% | 1% – 7% |
| Color | White / Colorless | Yellowish |
| Odor | Odorless | Slight petroleum odor |
| Taste | Tasteless | Not tasteless |
| FDA 21 CFR 178.3710 | ✅ Compliant | ❌ Not compliant |
| EU Food Contact | ✅ Compliant | ❌ Not compliant |
| Food Contact Use | ✅ Safe | ❌ Not safe |
| Cosmetic Use | ✅ Safe | ❌ Not recommended |
| Pharmaceutical Use | ✅ Safe | ❌ Not suitable |
| Candle Making | ✅ Premium grade | ✅ Standard grade |
| Price | 10–20% higher | Lower cost |
Documents & Certifications
Available Documents from Zumrut Kimya
For food industry and pharmaceutical buyers, proper documentation is essential. Zumrut International Kimya provides complete documentation for every shipment of this wax.
- Certificate of Analysis (COA) — confirms oil content, melting point, color, odor, and all technical parameters for each batch
- Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) — complete safety information for handling, storage, and transport
- Certificate of Origin (COO) — confirms Turkish origin for customs and import purposes
- Bill of Lading (BL) — shipping document for each container
- Packing List & Commercial Invoice — for customs clearance at destination port
- SGS / Intertek Inspection Report — available upon request for quality verification before shipment
- Halal Certificate — available upon request for buyers in Muslim-majority markets
Shipping & Logistics
Shipping Food Grade Paraffin Wax from Turkey
Zumrut International Kimya exports fully refined wax from Iskenderun Port and Mersin Port, Turkey. Both ports offer regular container shipping services to destinations worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Order Food Grade Paraffin Wax from Turkey
Zumrut International Kimya exports FDA-compliant fully refined wax to 50+ countries. Full documentation included. FOB Iskenderun Port, Turkey.
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