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Importance of the Dropping Point of Waxes
Dropping point is a reliable, easily accessible quality control parameter to characterize waxes and paraffins, substances of vegetal, animal or synthetic origin, which are commonly used as raw materials in the cosmetic industry. The thermal behavior of these substances directly impacts the production processes and the quality of the final product.
Measurement According to ASTM D 3954 Standard
The testing method according to ASTM D 3954 is suitable for all types of waxes, including paraffin, microcrystalline polyethylene, and natural waxes. It is useful in determining the consistency of waxes. The dropping point method performed with METTLER TOLEDO's Excellence Dropping Point Systems is fully compliant with the ASTM D 3954 standard.
In this application note, you will learn to determine the dropping point of waxes according to ASTM D 3954 using METTLER TOLEDO's Excellence Dropping Point System.
