Chlorinated Paraffin

Chlorinated Paraffin

Primary Uses

1. Plastics and Polymer Manufacturing Chemicals

• Secondary plasticizer in polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resins for wire and cable insulation, hoses, tubing, and profiles to improve flexibility and processing characteristics

• Flame retardant additive in plastics including PVC, polyethylene, polypropylene, and polystyrene to reduce flammability

• Used in conveyor belts, roofing membranes, and pond liners as a plasticizer and flame retardant

• Applied in artificial leather production including shoe uppers, upholstery, and automotive interiors

• Used in rubber and plastic carpet backing materials

• Added to sealants, gaskets, and weatherstripping formulations

• Used in flexible PVC films for packaging, agricultural films, and shrink wrap

• Applied in rigid PVC pipes, fittings, and window profiles as a processing aid

• Used in electrical cable compounds including power cables, communication cables, and automotive wiring harnesses

2. Metalworking and Industrial Lubricants

• Extreme pressure additive in metalworking fluids including cutting oils, drawing compounds, and stamping lubricants

• Used in gear oils, hydraulic fluids, and industrial gearboxes as an anti-wear additive

• Applied in screw-down lubricants for steel and aluminum extrusion processes

• Used in thread rolling oils and cold forming lubricants for metal fabrication

• Added to quench oils for heat treatment operations

• Used in rust preventive coatings and temporary corrosion protectants for metal parts storage

3. Rubber Processing Chemicals

• Flame retardant and plasticizer in rubber compounds including conveyor belts, hoses, and gaskets

• Used in wire and cable rubber insulation as a flame retardant additive

• Applied in rubber flooring and matting products

• Used in tire sidewalls and tread compounds for improved processing

• Added to rubber roofing membranes and waterproofing sheets

4. Paints and Coatings Chemicals

• Flame retardant additive in intumescent coatings for structural steel and building materials

• Used in marine coatings, anti-fouling paints, and ship bottom paints

• Applied in industrial maintenance coatings for chemical plants and refineries

• Used in epoxy coatings, polyurethane coatings, and alkyd resin systems

• Added to fire retardant paints for wood, textiles, and electrical applications

5. Construction Chemicals

• Waterproofing additive in cementitious coatings, roof coatings, and masonry sealers

• Used in joint sealants, caulking compounds, and expansion joint fillers

• Applied in concrete curing compounds and form release agents

• Used in asphalt emulsions and bituminous waterproofing membranes

• Added to road marking paints and traffic paints

6. Adhesives and Sealants

• Plasticizer in contact adhesives, pressure sensitive adhesives, and hot melt adhesives

• Used in epoxy adhesives and polyurethane adhesives for improved flexibility

• Applied in sealants for automotive, construction, and industrial applications

• Used in carpet adhesives and tile adhesives

Secondary Uses

1. Textile Chemicals

• Flame retardant finishing agent for polyester, cotton, and blended fabrics

• Used in industrial fabrics including tarpaulins, awnings, and tent materials

• Applied in protective clothing for welders, firefighters, and industrial workers

• Used in upholstery fabrics, drapery, and curtain materials

• Added to carpet backing and synthetic turf applications

2. Oil and Gas Chemicals

• Additive in drilling fluids, lubricants, and corrosion inhibitors for oilfield applications

• Used in pipeline coatings and tank linings for corrosion protection

• Applied in refinery process chemicals and desalting operations

• Used in well servicing fluids and completion fluids

3. Paper and Pulp Chemicals

• Coating additive for paperboard and packaging materials to improve water resistance

• Used in wax paper, parchment paper, and greaseproof paper coatings

• Applied in paper laminates and decorative paper finishes

4. Leather Processing Chemicals

• Fatliquoring agent for leather softening and water resistance

• Used in leather finishing coatings and impregnation treatments

• Applied in synthetic leather production and imitation leather goods

5. Electrical and Electronics

• Dielectric fluid in capacitors, transformers, and electrical switchgear

• Used as an impregnant in electrical cables and wire coatings

• Applied in potting compounds and encapsulants for electronic components

6. Mining Chemicals

• Used in flotation agents for mineral processing applications

• Added to dust suppression formulations for mine haul roads and processing plants

• Applied in ore grinding aids and mineral recovery processes

7. Rubber and Tire Recycling

• Used as a processing aid in rubber reclaiming and devulcanization processes

• Applied in crumb rubber production for playground surfaces and athletic tracks

8. Inks and Printing Products

• Additive in printing inks for improved flow and leveling properties

• Used in gravure inks, flexographic inks, and screen printing inks

9. Wood Treatment Chemicals

• Wood preservative for exterior timber, utility poles, and railway sleepers

• Used in wood sealers and protective coatings for marine applications

10. Flame Retardant Masterbatch Production

• Concentrate carrier for flame retardant masterbatch formulations

• Used in plastic compounding for injection molding and extrusion applications