Dust entry

Paraffin wax fume CnH2n+2 8002-74-2 RV0350000 N.D.

Paraffin wax is a white to slightly yellowish, odorless solid. [Note: Consists of a mixture of high molecular weight hydrocarbons (e.g., C36H74).] Chemical & Physical Properties: Personal Protection/Sanitation Respirator Recommendations MW: 350-420 (see Table 2): (see Tables 3 and 4): BP: ? Skin: N.R. Not available. Sol: Insoluble Eyes: Prevent eye contact F

Airborne form

dust

The form describes what is suspended in air at the point of exposure. A material can produce more than one form, such as dust during handling and fume during heating.

Health effects

Irrit eyes, skin, resp sys; discomfort, nau Breath: Resp supportTarget organs: Eyes, skin, resp sys

Evidence

NIOSH Pocket Guide entry: Paraffin wax fume CnH2n+2 8002-74-2 RV0350000 N.D.. Physical description: Paraffin wax is a white to slightly yellowish, odorless solid. [Note: Consists of a mixture of high molecular weight hydrocarbons (e.g., C36H74).] Chemical & Physical Properties: Personal Protection/Sanitation Respirator Recommendations MW: 350-420 (see Table 2): (see Tables 3 and 4): BP: ? Skin: N.R. Not available. Sol: Insoluble Eyes: Prevent eye contact F

Source: CDC/NIOSH: NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards ↗

Controls

follow the applicable NIOSH REL and OSHA PEL
use exposure monitoring
use engineering and work-practice controls
use appropriate respiratory protection