Standard(s): 

ASTM D 127, FTM 791-1401, IP 133, JIS K2235

Product group(s): Grease, Wax

User group(s): Automotive, Cosmetics, Paraffin, Pharmaceuticals, Polishes, Wax

Scope:

This test method covers the determination of the drop melting point of petroleum wax. It is used primarily for petrolatum and other microcrystalline wax.

The drop melting point of petroleum wax is the temperature at which material becomes sufficiently fluid to drop from the thermometer at used in making the determination under definite prescribed conditions.