Petroleum Jelly
Petroleum Jelly is a semi-solid hydrocarbon mixture derived from purified mineral oils and waxes. It is widely used in industrial, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic formulations as a base material. The product is chemically stable, non-reactive, and highly refined. It provides excellent lubricating and sealing properties. Packaged in bulk for multipurpose applications across industries.
| CHARACTERISTICS | : | SPECIFICATION |
| Description | : | A White Translucent Unctuous Mass, Slightly Fluorescent in daylight when melted, odourless, when wubbed on the skin |
| Solubility | : | Slightly soluble in Methylene Chloride, insoluble in Water, Ethanol (96%) & Glycerol |
| Drop Point Deg.C | : | 40 – 60 |
| Consistency Dmm | : | 100-300 |
| Infrared Absorption of A 0.05 % W/V solution In 2,2,4 – trimethylpentane, at about 290 Nm | : | As per specification |
| Acidity or Alkalinity | : | As per specification |
| Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons | : | As per specification |
| Sulphated Ash,% | : |
0.05 Maximum |
This product is used in Industries like,
- Cosmetics
- Drugs & Pharmaceuticals
- Food Processing and Handling
Dosage
White translucent soft mass, Unctuous to touch, Odorless and tasteless not more than slightly fluorescent by daylight when melted.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
- Jelly resists change in its structure without sweating under normal Operating conditions.
- Essentially Meets IP/BP/USP Standard
Remarks
HANDLING & STORAGE
Handling: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Keep away from all ignition sources.
Storage: Store in cool, well- ventilated place away from sources of heat and direct sunlight. Keep container tightly closed. Keep only in the original container.
HEALTH & SAFETY:
Product is unlikely to present any significant health or safety hazards when properly used in the recommended application and good standards of industrial and personal hygiene are maintained.