Semi Refined Paraffin Wax 3-5% Supplier – Light & Heavy Grades from UAE and Turkey
Light & heavy grade · Jebel Ali & Mersin
Light and Heavy Grade Paraffin Wax 3-5% for Industrial and Candle Buyers
We are SUHA International Trading, a semi refined paraffin wax 3-5% supplier with offices in Dubai and Ankara. We ship light and heavy grades of paraffin wax 3-5% oil content in 5 kg slabs, bags or small-size forms to candle makers, rubber and tire plants, polish and emulsion producers, and wax traders around the world.
In short: semi refined paraffin wax 3-5% is a partly de-oiled petroleum wax with about 3 to 5 percent oil. Our light grade melts at 60 °C and our heavy grade at 62 °C. It is softer and cheaper than fully refined wax, ships as non-dangerous general cargo under HS 2712.90, and loads 17.5 to 18.5 tons in a 20ft container.
- 4.10–4.50%Oil content (ASTM D721)
- 60 / 62 °CMelting point, light / heavy
- 0.83Specific gravity @ 60 °C
- 250 °CFlash point
- 2712.90HS code
- 8002-74-2CAS number
What Is Semi Refined Paraffin Wax 3-5% Oil Content?
Paraffin wax is separated from lube oil distillates at the refinery. The raw product, slack wax, still carries a lot of oil. Sweating or solvent de-oiling takes most of that oil out. When the process stops at around 3 to 5 percent oil, the result is semi refined paraffin wax 3-5%, also called semi refined petroleum wax or 5% oil content paraffin in some markets.
That remaining oil changes how the wax behaves. It is softer and more flexible than low-oil grades, it melts and blends more easily with oils, resins and rubber, and it costs less because the refinery does less work on it. The trade-off is a slightly yellowish tone on some lots and a chance of light oil sweating in warm storage.
The table below shows where this grade sits in our range. The oil content is the main thing that separates one grade from the next, so it is usually the first line buyers check on a paraffin wax specification.
| Grade | Oil content | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Fully refined | ≤ 0.5% | Food-contact packaging, cosmetics, premium candles |
| Semi refined 1-2% | 1–2% | Pillar and container candles, crayons, matches |
| Semi refined 3-5% (this page) | 3–5% | Economy candles, rubber, polishes, emulsions, board sizing |
| Semi refined 5-7% | 5–7% | Board sizing, emulsions, low-cost industrial uses |
| Semi refined 7-10% | 7–10% | Firelighters, rust protection, industrial blends |
| Slack wax | 5–30% | Feedstock, particleboard, cheap industrial blends |
If you are not sure which band fits your process, our semi refined paraffin wax overview compares all semi refined grades side by side.
Analysis of Semi Refined Paraffin Wax 3-5%: Light and Heavy Grade
These are the analysis results for the two grades we supply. Both are tested to ASTM methods, and a certificate of analysis for your own lot is sent before loading. You can download each analysis as a PDF.
Light grade (3-5% oil content)
| Specification | Method | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Oil content | ASTM D721 | 4.50% |
| Melting point | ASTM D87 | 60 °C (140 °F) |
| Specific gravity @ 60 °C | ASTM D2726 | 0.83 g/cm³ |
| Color | ASTM D1500 | Little yellowish |
| Flash point | ASTM D93 | 250 °C (482 °F) |
Softer and more flexible, with a lower melting point that makes it quicker to melt, blend and mould. A practical choice for emulsions, polishes and compounding where a smooth finish matters.
Download light grade analysis (PDF)Heavy grade (3-5% oil content)
| Specification | Method | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Oil content | ASTM D721 | 4.10% |
| Melting point | ASTM D87 | 62 °C (≈144 °F) |
| Specific gravity @ 60 °C | ASTM D2726 | 0.83 g/cm³ |
| Color | ASTM D1500 | White |
| Flash point | ASTM D93 | 250 °C (482 °F) |
A slightly higher melting point and a white color. It stays firmer in warm weather and gives a cleaner look, which suits economy candles and hot-climate markets.
Download heavy grade analysis (PDF)Test methods: ASTM D721 oil content, ASTM D87 melting point, ASTM D2726 specific gravity, ASTM D1500 color, ASTM D93 flash point. Figures are typical results from our supplied lots, not a guarantee for every batch.
Light or Heavy Grade: Which 3-5% Paraffin Wax Should You Buy?
Both grades have almost the same oil content. The practical difference is the 2 °C gap in melting point and the color. Answer two quick questions to see which one we would normally suggest.
Need a harder wax than either grade? Look at our semi refined paraffin wax 1-2%. Need something cheaper and softer? Our 5-7% grade or 7-10% grade may be enough.
Where Paraffin Wax 3-5% Oil Content Is Used
Buyers choose this grade when they need a real paraffin wax at a lower cost and the extra softness does not hurt the product. These are the main markets we supply.
Economy and household candles
Container, utility and low-cost household candles. For pillar or taper candles, or very hot markets, the heavy grade or a lower-oil wax performs better.
Rubber and tire compounding
Used as a processing aid and part of the protective wax that blooms to the rubber surface. It is often blended with microcrystalline wax and used with SBR, polybutadiene rubber or natural rubber.
Polishes and coatings
Floor, shoe, car and furniture polishes, where it blends easily with solvents and harder waxes. Some formulators pair it with polyethylene wax for extra hardness and gloss.
Wax emulsions
Water-repellent emulsions for paper, textiles and building materials, where the oil content helps the wax disperse.
Wood panels and board sizing
Added to particleboard and fibreboard to cut water uptake. For the lowest cost some mills use slack wax 5% instead.
Other industrial uses
Firelighters and matches, crayons, rust-protection coatings, hot-melt blends and non-food packaging such as corrugated board.
Not for food, cosmetics or medicine. A 3-5% semi refined wax does not meet food-contact or pharmaceutical purity rules. For those uses, choose fully refined paraffin wax 0.5% or pharmaceutical-grade petroleum jelly.
Packing and Container Loading of Semi Refined Paraffin Wax 3-5%
We produce semi refined paraffin wax 3-5% as 5 kg slabs. Each slab goes into its own nylon bag, and five slabs make one 25 kg carton box. If your plant needs a smaller size, we can turn the slabs into flakes, granules or pellets. Paint makers, tire plants and other users who have to dose an exact amount of wax often ask for these forms. Small-size wax is always packed in bags, because bags hold it more safely than cartons.
For normal orders we use carton boxes or strong laminated bags. Both stand up well to loading in 20ft containers. For some destinations, and for customers who want easier handling, we load on pallets: 40 carton boxes or 50 laminated bags on each pallet. This makes forklift unloading faster and protects the goods on longer routes.
A 20ft container carries 17.5 to 18.5 metric tons, depending on the container. A 40ft container carries about 25 tons on pallets and keeps the wax in good condition.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Slab | 5 kg, each in a nylon bag |
| Carton box | 5 slabs = 25 kg |
| Laminated bag | Slabs, or flakes, granules and pellets |
| Pallet | 40 cartons or 50 laminated bags |
| 20ft container | 17.5–18.5 MT |
| 40ft container | ≈ 25 MT, palletised |
HS Code, CAS Number and Shipping Class of Paraffin Wax 3-5%
Getting the customs code right saves time at the border. Under the Harmonized System, heading 2712.20 covers paraffin wax with less than 0.75% oil. Because our 3-5% wax is well above that line, it is classified under HS 2712.90. Many suppliers show 2712.20 for every paraffin grade, which can lead to questions from customs. The national 8 or 10 digit line differs by country, so confirm it with your broker.
| HS code | 2712.90 |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 8002-74-2 |
| EC number | 232-315-6 |
| Dangerous goods | Not classified, no UN number; ships as general cargo |
| Container type | Standard dry container |
Order Terms for Buying Paraffin Wax 3-5% in Bulk
Quantity and loading
We quote per full container load, starting from one 20ft container. Light and heavy grade can be combined in one container if you need both. We load from Jebel Ali in the UAE and Mersin in Turkey and quote FOB, or CFR and CIF to your port on request. European buyers can also read our paraffin wax supply to Europe page.
Price
Paraffin wax prices move with crude oil and refinery supply, so we quote on the day. The price depends on grade, packing, quantity and delivery basis. For market background, see our paraffin wax price page, then ask us for a firm offer.
Documents with every shipment
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- Bill of lading
- Certificate of origin
- Certificate of analysis for the loaded lot
- Safety data sheet (SDS)
- Third-party inspection, if your bank or buyer requires it
Why Buy From Us as Your Semi Refined Paraffin Wax 3-5% Supplier
Real analysis, before you pay
We publish our light and heavy grade analyses on this page and send the lot certificate before loading, so you know what is in the container.
Two loading hubs
Jebel Ali and Mersin give you routes to Africa, Asia, the Middle East and Europe, and a backup when one lane is busy.
Packing that fits your plant
Slabs, cartons, laminated bags, flakes, granules or pellets, loose or on pallets, and neutral or buyer-marked packing on request.
The full wax range
From fully refined to slack wax, microcrystalline and PE wax, so one supplier can cover several lines.
Rubber and chemical partners
Tire and polish plants also buy stearic acid, rubbers and chlorinated paraffin from us and combine them in one shipment.
Direct contact
You talk to the trading team in Dubai or Ankara by WhatsApp or email. Read more about our company.
Storage and Handling of Semi Refined Paraffin Wax 3-5%
Paraffin wax 3-5% keeps well, but its higher oil content makes it more sensitive to heat than low-oil grades.
- Store in a dry, shaded and ventilated warehouse, away from heaters and direct sun.
- Keep cartons off the floor on pallets and avoid stacking too high, since weight and heat can push oil to the surface.
- Use first-in, first-out rotation.
- Melt with indirect heat and keep well below the 250 °C flash point.
- Read the safety data sheet before use.
Request a Quote for Semi Refined Paraffin Wax 3-5%
Send us these details and we can reply with an offer quickly:
- Grade: light (60 °C), heavy (62 °C) or both
- Quantity in tons and number of containers
- Packing: cartons, laminated bags, flakes, granules or pellets; loose or palletised
- Destination port and Incoterm (FOB, CFR or CIF)
- End use, so we can confirm the grade fits
- Any inspection or document requirements
Semi Refined Paraffin Wax 3-5%: Frequently Asked Questions
What is semi refined paraffin wax 3-5%?
Semi refined paraffin wax 3-5% is a petroleum wax that has been de-oiled only partly, so it keeps roughly 3 to 5 percent oil by weight. It is supplied as white to slightly yellowish 5 kg slabs with a melting point of about 60 to 62 °C and is used where softness and a lower cost matter more than full purity, such as economy candles, rubber compounding, polishes, emulsions and board sizing.
What does 3-5% oil content mean in paraffin wax?
It is the share of oil that remains in the wax after refining, measured by ASTM D721. A 3-5% grade holds more oil than fully refined wax (0.5% or less) and 1-2% wax, which makes it softer, more flexible and easier to blend, but also more likely to show slight oil sweating in warm storage.
What is the difference between light grade and heavy grade 3-5% paraffin wax?
The main difference is melting point. On our batch analyses the light grade melts at 60 °C with 4.50% oil and a slightly yellowish color, while the heavy grade melts at 62 °C with 4.10% oil and a white color. Both have a specific gravity of 0.83 and a flash point of 250 °C. Heavy grade is chosen for warmer climates and harder finished products; light grade for easier melting and blending.
What is the melting point of semi refined paraffin wax 3-5%?
Our light grade tests at 60 °C (140 °F) and our heavy grade at 62 °C (about 144 °F) by ASTM D87. The exact figure for your lot is shown on the certificate of analysis sent before loading.
Is semi refined paraffin wax 3-5% good for candle making?
Yes, for economy household, utility and container candles where price matters. The higher oil content makes the candle softer and can cause slight oil sweating in hot weather, so for pillar candles, taper candles or hot markets we usually recommend the heavy grade or a lower-oil grade such as 1-2% semi refined wax.
What is the difference between fully refined and semi refined paraffin wax?
Fully refined paraffin wax has 0.5% oil or less, is white and odorless, and can be made to meet food-contact rules. Semi refined wax keeps more oil, costs less and is used in industrial and candle applications. A 3-5% semi refined grade is not suitable for food packaging, cosmetics or pharmaceutical use.
What is the HS code for semi refined paraffin wax 3-5%?
Paraffin wax with 0.75% oil or more is classified under HS 2712.90, so a 3-5% oil content grade falls under 2712.90 rather than 2712.20, which is reserved for wax with less than 0.75% oil. The national 8 or 10 digit line varies by country and should be confirmed with your customs broker.
What is the CAS number of paraffin wax?
The CAS number of paraffin wax is 8002-74-2 and the EC number is 232-315-6.
Is paraffin wax 3-5% classified as dangerous goods for shipping?
No. Semi refined paraffin wax is not classified as dangerous goods for sea transport and has no UN number, so it ships as general cargo in standard dry containers. A safety data sheet is supplied with every order.
How is semi refined paraffin wax 3-5% packed?
The standard form is 5 kg slabs, each wrapped in a nylon bag, with five slabs in one 25 kg carton box. We also pack in strong laminated bags and, on request, convert the wax into flakes, granules or pellets, which are always packed in bags. Cartons can be loaded on pallets of 40 cartons, and bags on pallets of 50 bags.
How many tons of paraffin wax fit in a 20ft or 40ft container?
A 20ft container takes 17.5 to 18.5 metric tons depending on the container. A 40ft container takes about 25 metric tons loaded on pallets.
What is the price of semi refined paraffin wax 3-5% per ton?
The price follows crude oil and refinery feedstock costs, the grade, the packing, the order size and the delivery basis, so it changes often. Send us your grade, quantity and destination port by WhatsApp or email and we will reply with a current quotation.
What is the minimum order quantity for semi refined paraffin wax 3-5%?
We normally quote per full container load, starting from one 20ft container of about 17.5 to 18.5 metric tons. Mixed loads of light and heavy grade in one container can be discussed.
Where do you ship semi refined paraffin wax 3-5% from?
We work from offices in Dubai and Ankara and load from Jebel Ali in the UAE and Mersin in Turkey. Orders are quoted FOB, and CFR or CIF to your destination port on request.
What documents come with each shipment?
Each shipment comes with a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, certificate of analysis for the loaded lot and a safety data sheet. Third-party inspection can be arranged if your bank or buyer requires it.
Can 3-5% paraffin wax be used in food packaging or cosmetics?
No. Food-contact, cosmetic and pharmaceutical uses need fully refined paraffin wax or pharmaceutical-grade petroleum jelly that meets the relevant purity rules. Semi refined 3-5% wax is an industrial and candle grade.
How should semi refined paraffin wax be stored?
Keep the cartons or bags in a dry, shaded and ventilated warehouse, away from heat sources and direct sun, and do not stack too high. Higher-oil wax can sweat a little oil in heat, so cool storage and first-in, first-out rotation keep the slabs in good condition.
Reviewed by the SUHA International Trading wax desk · 16 September 2026
