Paraffins are key components of petroleum and natural gas. Those with fewer than 5 carbon atoms per molecule tend to be gases at room temperature, whereas those with between 5 and *5 carbon atoms are usually fluid in form. Straight-chain varieties with over *5 carbon atoms per molecule are solid at room temperature

Its often used in skin-softening salon and spa treatments on the hands,  and feet because its colorless, tasteless, and odorless. It can also be used to provide pain relief to sore joints and muscles.
 

Candle manufacturer, wax paper, polishes, cosmetics, electrical insulation assist in extracting perfume from flowers, medical ointment, Pharmacy, Batteries, Paint and varnish removers, a waterproof coat for wood, match industry, Corrosion inhibitor, food and chocolate polishing, PVC lubricant, it can turn to flake, granulates or pellets for painting industry, tire industry, in which amount of the added paraffin is so important.. some factories mix paraffin wax **5% with **1.5% to receive a better quality.