Product Main

Specifications

ArChine Foodcare USP-46
USP Grade White Mineral Oil
 
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

ArChine Foodcare USP-46 is a USP grade mineral oil. It can be used as a barrier fluid for mechanical seals used in food plants as a barrier fluid or in pharmeceutical formulations as processing aids and in many cosmetic products.

ArChine Foodcare USP-46 is suitable for direct food contact under FDA regulation 21 CFR 172.115 and 21 CFR 172.878.

 
TYPICAL PROPERTIES

Viscosity @ 40°C, cSt, ASTM D445

38.57

Viscosity @ 100°C, cSt

6.14

Viscosity @ 100°F, SUS

200

Viscosity @ 210°F, SUS

46.8
Viscosity Index, ASTM D2270
105

Density, lb/gal, 60°F, ASTM D4052

7.17
Pour Point °F (°C), ASTM D97
-0.4 (-18)
Flash Point, C.O.C., °F (°C), ASTM D92
440 (227)
Fire Point, C.O.C., °F (°C), ASTM D92
470 (243)
Specific Gravity, ASTM D4052
0.860
*These values are not intended for use in preparing specifications.
APPLICATION

Plastic and Rubber Industry: Plasticizer and lubricant for production of PE; Easing for PVC extrusion; Plasticizer in Polystyrene production; Plasticizer in thermoplastic elastomers production; Plasticizer in specialty Polypropylene production.

Pharmaceutical Industry: Carrier for spray drugs and ointments; Penicillin production (de-foam); Binder for tablets production.

Food Industry: Lubrication of food paper and box board; Antioxidant for wine conservation; pumps for clear mineral and spa waters; Lubricant in the food chains; Releaser for cakes moulds.

Cosmetic Industry: Emollient of cleansing and beauty creams; Emollient for make up products; Preparation of solid and liquid greases; Preparation of make up products.