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High Purity Palm Wax Emulsifier (≥99% Content) - For Stable Blue-Light Emulsion Preparation

Name: High Purity Palm Wax Emulsifier (≥99% Content) - For Stable Blue-Light Emulsion Preparation
Brand: Jienuo
Rating: 5.0 (85 reviews)

Palm wax emulsifier is a type of surfactant specifically designed to uniformly disperse palm wax in the aqueous phase. Its molecular structure consists of both hydrophilic and lipophilic ends: the lipophilic end adheres to the surface of palm wax particles, while the hydrophilic end orients toward the aqueous phase. This mechanism effectively reduces the interfacial tension between palm wax and water, allowing palm wax to disperse as tiny particles in water and form a stable emulsion. It is compounded from a variety of surfactants and co-emulsifiers, with excellent emulsifying and lubricating properties for broad industrial applications.

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Palm wax emulsifier
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Product Description

Palm Wax Emulsifier - Basic Introduction & Overview

Palm wax emulsifier is a composite product made of various surfactants and co-emulsifiers. Its core function is to uniformly disperse palm wax in the aqueous phase: its lipophilic end attaches to palm wax particles, while the hydrophilic end faces water, reducing interfacial tension to form a stable emulsion. It appears as a milky white solid, with ≥99% content and a pH of 5.0-7.0 (1% aqueous solution). It dissolves in hot water and general organic solvents, has good emulsifying/lubricating properties, and is widely used to prepare palm wax emulsions, with a 2-year shelf life.

Product Advantage

Strong Targeted Emulsifying Ability: This palm wax emulsifier has excellent emulsifying effects specifically for palm wax. When used at a dosage of 25% of palm wax, it can effectively reduce the interfacial tension between palm wax and water. It enables palm wax to disperse uniformly in water as tiny particles, forming a stable blue-light emulsion with a solid content of 20-30%, solving the problem of poor palm wax dispersion in water.
High Purity and Stable Performance: With a content of ≥99%, the product has extremely high purity, minimizing the impact of impurities on the emulsification effect. The pH value of its 1% aqueous solution is controlled between 5.0-7.0, which is close to neutral. This ensures good compatibility with water-based systems, avoiding adverse reactions caused by excessive acidity or alkalinity and ensuring stable product performance.
Good Solubility and Versatility: It is soluble in hot water and general organic solvents, providing flexibility for different application processes. Whether in scenarios requiring dissolution in hot water for water-based emulsification or in systems involving organic solvents, this emulsifier can exert its emulsifying and lubricating properties, expanding its application scope.
Simple Application and Cost-Effective: The application process is straightforward. Just mix it with palm wax, heat to melt, then add 80-90℃ hot water, stir well, keep warm for 20-30 minutes, and cool to get the emulsion. No complex equipment is needed, reducing operation difficulty and production costs while improving work efficiency for users.
Long Shelf Life and Easy Storage: It has a 2-year shelf life when stored properly. It can be stored and transported as general chemicals, requiring only a dry and ventilated environment. This long shelf life allows enterprises to stock up in advance, facilitating production scheduling and reducing the risk of product waste due to expiration.

Technical Specifications

Parameter Category	Parameter Name	Specification Details
Physical Appearance	Appearance	Milky white solid
Chemical Purity	Active Content	≥ 99%
Acid-Base Property	pH Value	5.0 - 7.0
Solubility	Solubility in Hot Water	Soluble
Solubility	Solubility in Organic Solvents	Soluble in general organic solvents (e.g., ethanol, ethyl acetate, toluene)
Emulsification Performance	Emulsifier Dosage	25% of the mass of palm wax
Emulsification Performance	Emulsion Solid Content	20% - 30% (w/w)
Emulsification Performance	Emulsion Appearance	Blue-light emulsion
Storage & Shelf Life	Shelf Life	24 months (2 years)
Packaging Specifications	Packaging Type	200kg iron drum; 50kg plastic drum

Product Uses

Water-Based Wax Emulsion Production: The core application is to produce stable water-based palm wax emulsions. By following the specified process, it can convert solid palm wax into a blue-light emulsion with 20-30% solid content, which is the basis for subsequent use in various fields.
Textile Auxiliary Manufacturing: It can be used to make textile waxing auxiliaries. The emulsified palm wax can be evenly applied to textiles, improving fabric smoothness, wear resistance, and water repellency, enhancing the overall quality of textile products.
Water-Based Coating Additive: Added to water-based coatings, it helps disperse palm wax evenly in the coating system. This improves the coating's scratch resistance, gloss, and water resistance, making the coated surface more durable and aesthetically pleasing.
Leather Care Product Preparation: Used in leather conditioners or polishes, the emulsified palm wax can penetrate leather fibers, moisturizing leather to prevent drying and cracking, and forming a protective layer on the surface to enhance leather gloss and service life.
Paper Coating Industry: In paper coating, it enables palm wax to be uniformly dispersed in the coating. This increases paper surface smoothness, water resistance, and printability, ensuring clearer printing and better quality of paper products.

Product Operate Guide

Add the emulsifier to palm wax (emulsifier dosage = 25% of palm wax mass), then mix and heat until both melt completely.
Pour 80-90℃ hot water into the melted mixture, stir thoroughly to blend evenly.
Keep the mixture warm at a suitable temperature for 20-30 minutes.
Let the mixture cool down naturally. Finally, you'll get a stable blue-light emulsion (general solid content: 20-30%).

FAQ

Q: What if I use less than 25% of the emulsifier relative to palm wax?
A: Using less than 25% may reduce emulsification efficiency. It might fail to form a stable blue-light emulsion, leading to delamination or uneven dispersion of palm wax in water.
Q: Can the prepared emulsion be stored for a long time?
A: The product itself has a 2-year shelf life, but the prepared emulsion's storage depends on conditions. It's recommended to use it promptly; if stored, keep it sealed in a cool, dry place and check for delamination.
Q: What if the hot water temperature is lower than 80℃ during operation?
A: Lower than 80℃ hot water may affect the melting and mixing of the emulsifier-palm wax mixture, resulting in poor emulsification and an unstable final emulsion without the desired blue light.
Q: Is the emulsifier compatible with acidic or alkaline water-based systems?
A: Its 1% aqueous solution has a pH of 5.0-7.0 (neutral). Excessively acidic/alkaline systems may disrupt its structure, reducing emulsification performance, so compatibility tests are advised.