Description
A creamy white stable aqueous emulsion of saponified wax. Wax emulsions are usually formed with paraffin or microcrystalline wax emulsified with an alkali or acid. When used as a paint, the emulsion may be mixed with small amounts of resin, drying oil, egg, or casein. Wax emulsions are also used for sizing and waxing paper or leather.
Synonyms and Related Terms
wax paint; saponified wax
Other Properties
Miscible in water. Soluble in turpentine.
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Last updated on: 2/13/2006 6:16:41 AM
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