PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
White oils are meticulously processed mineral oils composed primarily of saturated aliphatic and alicyclic hydrocarbons that lack polar properties. These oils are inherently hydrophobic, meaning they repel water, and they exhibit essential characteristics such as being virtually colorless, tasteless, and odorless. Moreover, their color remains consistent and stable over time, making them ideal for various applications where purity and clarity are essential.
FOOD STATUS
White oils adhere to or exceed the stipulations outlined in US FDA regulations 21 CFR 172.878 and 178.3620(a), making them suitable for direct contact with food products. They also meet the purity standards established in the British Pharmacopoeia under the monograph “Liquid Paraffin” and the United States Pharmacopeia under the monograph “Mineral Oil.” This compliance underscores their suitability for various pharmaceutical and food-related applications, highlighting their commitment to safety and quality.
APPLICATION
Pharmaceutical and culinary uses abound for Vesta White Oils, spanning from the production of petroleum jelly to dough division, defoaming, lubrication for bakery pans, fruit and vegetable coatings, eggshell sealing, and serving as a base for ointments, suntan lotions, and baby oils.
Furthermore, these versatile oils find their place in diverse applications such as food machinery lubrication, release agents for dehydration processes, plasticizing agents, constituents of hot melt adhesives, insulation purposes, compressor oil applications, textile treatment, and as valuable aids in fiber, plastic, and resin processing.
When properly stored in a sealed container, away from heat and moisture, Vesta White Oils boast a shelf life of up to two years from the manufacturing date.
KEY FEATURES
- Low viscosity
- Conforms to the British Pharmacopoeia
- Meets or passes US FDA regulations
Vesta suggests that the equipment manufacturers’ recommendations for viscosity grade, performance requirements and general operating conditions should be checked prior to use.
| TYPICAL PROPERTIES | |||
| Property | ASTM METHOD | Typical Results | |
| Code VI8- ISO Viscosity Grade | 3530 3531 15 BP80 68 BP350 | ||
| Appearance | Visual | Water white Water white | |
| Colour | Saybolt | +30 minimum +30 minimum | |
| Viscosity @100°C | ASTM D-455 | 3.5 cSt 9 cSt | |
| Viscosity @40°C | DCA 002(ASTM D-445) | 15 cSt 71 cSt | |
| Specific Gravity @15°C | DCA 140(ASTM D-1298) | 0.85 0.87 | |
| Pour Point | ASTM D-97 | -9°C -9°C | |
| Flash Point | ASTM D-92 | 185°C 240°C | |
| Readily Carbonisable | BP | Conforms to BP Conforms to BP | |
| Substances | |||
| Polycyclic Aromatic | BP | Conforms to BP Conforms to BP | |
| Hydrocarbons | |||
| Solid Paraffins | BP | Conforms to BP | Conforms to BP |
| Acidity/Alkalinity | BP | Conforms to BP | Conforms to BP |
Available In: 200 Litres, 20 Litres, 5 Litres and 1 Litre
Item Code: VI8-3530 (15 BP80), VI8-3531 (68 BP350)