The term "slack" refers to the intermediate state of wax during the refining process, where it is neither fully liquid nor fully solid. Slack wax contains various hydrocarbons, including long-chain alkanes, and may also contain impurities such as resins, asphaltenes, and sulfur compounds.
Slack wax is further processed to produce different types of waxes, depending on the desired application. It can be subjected to solvent extraction or deoiling processes to remove the oil content and impurities, resulting in fully refined waxes. These refined waxes have a higher melting point, improved color, and increased purity, making them suitable for applications such as candle making, coatings, polishes, and various industrial uses.
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Appearance | Solid |