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Blended Waxes BW-886
- CAS Number
- 8012-89-3
- EC Number
- 232-383-7
- Chemical Name
- Beeswax
- Chemical Family
- Blends & Combinations, WaxesBlends & CombinationsWaxes
Blended Waxes Beehive Wax, BW-886, is paran, microcrystalline wax blend used as an outer protective coating for wooden beehives.
Identification
- CASE Ingredients Features
- Excellent Adhesion
- CASE Ingredients Functions
- Surface Modifier
Product families
CASE Ingredients — Additives
- Surface Modifiers
Other characteristics
- Features
- Excellent Adhesion
- Functions
- Surface Modifier
- Benefits
Preserves the wood against environmental factors; Protects the bees from disease; Adheres to and coats the wood boards better than paran or microcrystalline wax alone; FDA Status: Compliance with Federal Regulations 21 CFR-178.3710 and 172.886; If boards are wet, moisture may seep out of wood while dipping. It is best to use dry wood.; Before dipping, ensure boards are free of any dust and debris
- Instructions
Heat container of wax to 220°F; Dip box into wax and let it submerge for a few minutes so the wax can soak into the wood; Remove the boards and let wax drip off and solidify
- Technology
- CASE Ingredients
- Certifications and Compliance
- FDA 21 CFR 172.886
- FDA 21 CFR 178.3710
- Compatible Substrates and Surfaces
- Wood
Technical data
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3 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melting Point | 140 | °F | D-938 |
| Needle Penetration (0.1mm at 77°F/25°C) | 20 | — | D-1321 |
| Needle Penetration (0.1mm at 100°F/38°C) | 80 | — | D-1321 |
