Triacylglycerol based candle wax

Details Triacylglycerol based candle wax Triacylglycerol based candle wax

2004-06-08

2008-12-09

Toomer, Cephia D (Department: 1797)

Fuel and related compositions

Candle composition

Reexamination Certificate

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07462205

ABSTRACT:
A triacylglycerol-based wax includes a triacylglycerol component and a polyol fatty acid partial ester component. The triacylglycerol-based wax may have a melting point of about 54° C. to 63° C., may have an Iodine Value of about 20 to 40, and may have a fatty acid profile including about 50 to 70 wt. % saturated fatty acids. The wax may be suitable for use as a candle.

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