ceresin

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Scope note
Ozorite that has been purified by boiling and alkali treatments. It is a white or slightly yellowish mineral wax that is similar to paraffin, but is harder and has a higher melting point. Ceresin is composed of a wide range of long chain saturated hydrocarbons. It is used for candles, textile and paper sizing, floor polish, waterproofing, shoe polishes, leather coating, and as a substitute for beeswax in polishes and protective coatings of sculptures.
ceresin
Accepted term: 13-May-2024