Petronum

Paraffin waxCandle-makingCoatings for waxed paper or clothFood-grade paraffin wax: Shiny coating used in candy-making; although edible, it is no digestible, passing right through the body without being broken downCoating for many kinds of hard cheese, like Edam cheeseSealant for jars, cans, and bottlesChewing gum additiveInvestment castingAnti-caking agent, moisture repellent, and dustbinding coatings for fertilizersAgent for preparation of specimens for histologyBullet lubricant – with other ingredients, such as olive oil and beeswaxPhlegmatizing agent, commonly used to stabilize/desensitize high explosives such as RDXCrayonsSolid propellant for hybrid rocket motors]Component of surf wax, used for grip on surfboards in surfingComponent of glide wax, used on skis and snowboardsFriction-reducer, for use on handrails and cement ledges, commonly used in skateboardingInk. Used as the basis for solid ink different color blocks of wax for thermal printers. The wax is melted and then sprayed o