Chlorinated Paraffins
CₙH(2n+2-x)Clx | CAS: 63449-39-8 | HS: 29032900
Product Description
Chlorinated Paraffins (CPs) are a complex group of polychlorinated n-alkanes produced by chlorinating straight-chain paraffins to chlorine contents ranging from 30–70% by weight. They are classified by carbon chain length into Short-Chain (SCCP, C10–C13), Medium-Chain (MCCP, C14–C17), and Long-Chain (LCCP, C18–C30) varieties. CPs are widely used as secondary plasticisers and flame retardants in PVC compounds, as extreme-pressure additives in metalworking fluids, and as flame-retardant additives in rubber, sealants, paints, and adhesives. MITCHEM supplies MCCP and LCCP grades (the regulatory-compliant options) for industrial PVC, rubber, and metalworking applications with full REACH compliance documentation.
Applications by Industry
Used as a secondary plasticiser alongside DOP/DINP in flexible PVC compounds for cables, flooring, and coated fabrics; simultaneously imparts flame retardancy without requiring additional FR additives.
Functions as an extreme-pressure (EP) additive in cutting, grinding, and forming fluids; reacts with metal surfaces under high pressure to form a protective iron chloride boundary lubricant film.
Incorporated into neoprene, EPDM, and polysulphide rubber compounds and construction sealants to meet fire retardancy standards without compromising flexibility.
Added to industrial maintenance coatings and intumescent paints as a flame-retardant plasticiser that also improves moisture resistance and adhesion to metal substrates.