Description
Paraffin Wax Pellets 99% | Histology Embedding Grade
Refined Petroleum Wax Pellets for Tissue Processing and Sectioning
Paraffin Wax (CAS No. 8002-74-2) is a fully refined hydrocarbon wax derived from petroleum, offered here in pellet form for consistent melting, handling, and dispensing in laboratory environments. These clear, colorless, and odorless wax pellets are designed specifically for histology and tissue embedding applications.
With a 99% purity level, Paraffin Wax Pellets provide excellent penetration, sectioning quality, and tissue preservation. Available in three melting point ranges (56–58 °C, 58–60 °C, and 60–62 °C), they can be selected based on ambient lab conditions, cutting preferences, and specimen type when you acquire paraffin wax pellets from specialized laboratory supply companies.
Paraffin Wax is compatible with most tissue processors and embedding systems, offering uniform results for routine pathology, research, and histopathology labs. It ensures crisp sectioning and minimal knife resistance during microtomy procedures.
Tissue Embedding and Microtomy Applications of Laboratory Paraffin
The refined petroleum-grade pellets ensure consistent infiltration and embedding quality for diagnostic pathology and research applications. Professional-grade paraffin wax delivers optimal sectioning characteristics for routine and specialized histological procedures.
For histological applications, paraffin wax provides essential embedding medium in laboratory histology supplies where precise temperature control and sectioning quality are critical. The National Society for Histotechnology provides comprehensive guidelines for paraffin wax selection in histological procedures.
Temperature-Controlled Processing and Storage
The multiple melting point options accommodate different laboratory environments and sectioning requirements. Proper temperature management ensures optimal tissue penetration and block formation for diagnostic accuracy.
Physical Properties and Quality Standards
Product Specifications
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Paraffin Wax |
| CAS Number | 8002-74-2 |
| HS Code | 2712.20.00 |
| Purity | 99% |
| Appearance | Clear, Colourless Pellets |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Grade | Histology / Tissue Embedding |
| Melting Points | 56–58 °C / 58–60 °C / 60–62 °C |
| Solubility | Insoluble in Water; Soluble in Organic Solvents |
| Shelf Life | 5 Years |
| UN Number | – (Non-Hazardous) |
Laboratory Packaging and Distribution
Packaging Options: 500g laboratory jars, 1kg sealed containers, 5kg HDPE bags, 25kg bulk bags, custom laboratory packaging
Available for reliable delivery across South Africa, SADC regions, and international markets through our specialized laboratory chemical network.
Histological and Research Applications
- Histology & Routine Tissue Embedding
- Microtomy & Sectioning of Biological Samples
- Research & Clinical Pathology Laboratories
- Tissue Processing in Academic and Diagnostic Labs
- Embedding Media for Fixed Tissue Blocks
The College of American Pathologists maintains quality standards for histological embedding media, ensuring diagnostic accuracy and procedural consistency in clinical and research laboratory settings.
