Liquid Paraffin is a petroleum-derived mixture of saturated hydrocarbons and an orally active fecal lubricant. Liquid Paraffin is widely used in studies of constipation and fecal incontinence in children through its lubricating effect and the osmotic effect generated by its conversion to hydroxy fatty acids. Liquid Paraffin has high safety, is non-carcinogenic, and does not affect fat-soluble vitamin levels with long-term use. Liquid Paraffin does not cause abdominal pain or electrolyte disorders, but may lead to lipoid pneumonia and granulomas caused by rectal administration. Liquid Paraffin can also be used as a phase change material for thermal energy storage, or combined with nanoparticles to form a protective boundary film to reduce mechanical wear[1][2][3][4][5].
CAS Number:
[8012-95-1]
Target:
Biochemical Assay Reagents
Application Notes:
MCE Product type: Reference compound
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