Description
A hard, mineral wax obtained from lignite and peat. Montan wax was first produced in northern Bohemia (Czech Republic). The brown coals of Oklahoma and Texas also contain as much as 13% montan wax. Though the crude product is dark brown, the wax, after purification with solvent extractions, is white. It contains esters of montanic acid (C27H55COOH). Montan wax has been used as a substitute for carnauba and beeswax. It is used in shoe and furniture polishes, phonograph records, roofing paints, waterproof coatings, adhesive pastes, paper sizing, candles, carbon papers, and suncrack prevention in rubbers.
Synonyms and Related Terms
cera montana (Esp.); cera montana (It); lignite wax; peat wax
Other Properties
Soluble in carbon tetrachloride, benzene and chloroform. Insoluble in water.
Saponification number = 74-127 Acid number = 30-70 Iodine number = 16-20
Hazards and Safety
Combustible.
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Last updated on: 12/30/2009 9:27:48 AM
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