Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Clariant Licowax NC flakes

Clariant Licowax NC flakes are premium-grade polyethylene wax flakes offering excellent slip, abrasion resistance and matting effects in coatings, inks and plastics. Part of Clariant’s Licowax series, NC grade delivers consistent particle size, high melting point (~110°C) and superior dispersion. Widely used as a processing aid and surface modifier for enhanced gloss control and scratch resistance across industrial applications.
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Features Of Clariant Licowax NC flakes

  1. High-purity calcium stearate-based wax offering excellent thermal stability up to 180 °C.

  2. Free-flowing flake form ensures consistent dosing and improved handling in industrial processing.

  3. Low volatility and minimal ash content, supporting clean melt-processing in sensitive polymer systems.

  4. Effective internal and external lubricant for PVC, polyolefins, and engineering thermoplastics.

  5. Complies with FDA 21 CFR §178.3750 and EU Regulation (EC) No 10/2011 for food-contact applications.

Typical Applications Of Clariant Licowax NC flakes

  1. PVC compound formulations for rigid and flexible profiles, pipes, and cables.

  2. Lubrication aid in polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) injection molding and extrusion.

  3. Processing additive in masterbatch production for pigment dispersion and flow enhancement.

  4. Release agent in rubber compounding and thermoset molding processes.

  5. Surface modifier in hot-melt adhesives and wax-based coatings.

Specifications Of Clariant Licowax NC flakes

Chemical TypeCalcium stearate
Product FormFree-flowing light beige flakes
AppearanceUniform flakes, free of dust and agglomerates
Melting Range145–155 °C (DSC, heating rate 10 K/min)
Volatile Matter (105 °C, 2 h)≤ 0.5 wt%
Ash Content19–21 wt%
Primary ApplicationsPVC & polyolefin processing, masterbatches, rubber, hot-melt systems
Key FeaturesThermal stability, low volatility, food-contact compliance, dust-free handling


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