White mineral oil, also known as Paraffin oil, is a highly refined mineral oil consisting of saturated aliphatic and alicyclic nonpolar hydrocarbons. This substance is both biologically and chemically stable, and it does not support the growth of pathogenic bacteria. It possesses properties that allow it to resist moisture, extend, soften, smoothen, and lubricate various materials.
- Is composed of saturated aliphatic and alicyclic nonpolar hydrocarbons.
- Is biologically and chemically stable.
- Does not support pathogenic bacterial growth.
- Can resist moisture.
- Can extend, soften, smoothen, and lubricate.