Medicinal White Oil

Purified mixture of liquid saturated hydrocarbons. Free of aromatic hydrocarbons. It is a colourless, transparent oily liquid and is essentially odourless and tasteless. It is obtained from petroleum through several refining stages, including an ultimate purification by catalytic hydrogenation. Manufactured to exceed the purity requirements of the Pharmacopoeias. Due to its superior chemical inertness, it demonstrates better colour and oxidative stability than most mineral and vegetable oils, when stored and used under controlled conditions. ExxonMobil White Oils are produced and controlled according to the ExxonMobil Product Quality Management System, EN ISO 9000 or equivalent standard.

Synonyms
Light White Oil, Bayol F, C1-C6 N-Paraffins, Light White Mineral Oil, Liquid Petrolatum, Mineral Oil, Nujol, Paraffin Oil, White Mineral Oil (petroleum)
CAS Number
8042-47-5

Characteristics

Molar Weight
212 to 702 g/mol
Melting Point
270.0°C To 307.8°C
Boiling Point
-6.7°C
Flash Point
132.2°C
Density
0.8243 g/cc
Forms
Transparant, Odourless, Liquid (clear), Colourless

Uses and Applications

Key applications

  • Adhesives and Sealants
  • Agricultural
  • Household industrial
  • Cosmetic products
  • Food packaging
  • Hair care
  • Fragrances
  • Ink, toner and colourant
  • Medicines
  • Fungicide
  • Oilseed extraction
  • Mold release agents
  • Catalysts
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Skin care products
  • Batteries
  • Lubricants
  • Personal care
  • Beauty products

Industries

  • Pharma
  • Energy Services
  • CASE & Construction
  • Lubricants