Mobil Marcol 152

Product Description
Marcol 152 is a highly purified blend of liquid saturated hydrocarbons, appearing as a crystal-clear, water-white product free from toxic impurities. Derived from petroleum, it undergoes vacuum distillation and multiple refining stages, including final purification through catalytic hydrogenation.

Manufactured to purity standards exceeding those of Pharmacopoeias, Marcol 152 is known for its exceptional stability, chemical inertness, and medicinal-grade quality, making it suitable for various cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications, subject to each country’s regulations.

Applications
Cosmetics
Marcol 152 is widely utilized in cosmetic formulations, including:

     •  Emollients and moisturizers (e.g., body lotions, creams, sun lotions, and milks)
     •  Neutral and protective diluents for other ingredients like essential oils
     •  Additional applications, such as bath cubes, antiperspirants, and deodorant sticks
It offers formulators numerous benefits, including:

     •  Excellent skin compatibility with low irritancy and non-comedogenic properties
     •  Balanced bacterial resistance and biodegradability, ensuring minimal environmental impact
Pharmaceuticals
Marcol 152’s high purity—free from toxic polycyclic aromatics and heavy metals—along with complete germ destruction through high-temperature processing, makes it a safe choice for pharmaceutical use.

Primary pharmaceutical applications include:

     •  Ingredient in topical ointments and petroleum jellies
     •  Pelletizer aid and gelatin capsule production
Properties & Specifications
Marcol 152 meets the requirements of the following specifications:
- USA FDA, 21 CFR 172.878 and 21 CFR 178.3620(a), White Mineral Oil
- US Pharmacopoeia/National Formulary , USP 24/NF 19, Light Mineral Oil
- USDA (Department of Agriculture), USDA H1 approved
- European Pharmacopoeia, 4th Edition 2002, Light Liquid Paraffin
- Japanese Pharmacopoeia, JPXIV, Light Liquid Paraffin
- British Pharmacopoeia, BP 2001, Light Liquid Paraffin
INCI name (Europe): Paraffinum Liquidum
CTFA Dictionary name (USA): Mineral Oil