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PVC (Polyvinyl chloride)

Providing flexible extrusion conditions and efficient processing

While wax is added in small quantities as a lubricant in PVC compounding, the efficiency of the wax used makes a big difference.

The waxes within the ExxonMobil portfolio are designed, tested and produced to best meet the standards across PVC applications. Paraffin waxes — such as Parvan™ — have a more homogenous distribution in PVC formulations mixes, allowing for a better performance as an external lubricant. Lower viscosity waxes — including Parvan — allow for the most flexible extrusion conditions and processing at lower temperature, which means less energy consumption.

Though wax only makes up a small percentage of PVC, the impact of a reliable source of wax is crucial. For decades, ExxonMobil has provided consistent support and high-quality products for our customers across the PVC industry, helping them forge solutions for the present and future.

Key benefits in Parvan wax in PVC formulation

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    Lower viscosity allows optimal migration to metal surface

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    Improved distribution in PVC matrix

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    Flexibility in processing conditions during extrusion

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MID MELT POINT

PARVAN 1471
Americas

PDSSDS

Fully-refined
62.8 - 65.0 C (145.0 - 149.0 F)

HIGH MELT POINT

PARVAN 1520
Americas

PDSSDS

Fully-refined
66.1 - 68.3 C (151.0 -155.0 F)

PARVAN 1540
Americas

PDSSDS

Fully-refined
67.2 - 69.4 C (153.0 - 157.0 F)

PARVAN 1580
Americas

PDSSDS

Fully-refined
68.9 - 73.3 C (156.0 - 164.0 F)