Paraffin wax

At a glance

Paraffin wax is a petroleum-based wax used in perfumery as a fixative and to help stabilize fragrances, particularly in solid perfumes and scented candles

Category
โš—๏ธ Synthetic
Origin
petroleum refining
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
CAS number
8002-74-2
Profile
neutral, waxy
IFRA status
Not restricted
โ— drafted ยท last checked 2026-09-01