FC-13.13-P
Hot Wax / Protective Finish — Concentrate
Ingredients
| Ingredient | % w/w | Function |
|---|---|---|
| Deionized water | qs to 100.0 | Diluent |
| Carnauba wax emulsion (25%) | 15.0 | Natural wax, warm glow, hardness |
| Silicone emulsion (dimethicone, 1{,}000 cSt, 50%) | 6.0 | Hydrophobicity, slickness |
| Acrylic polymer emulsion | 3.0 | Film durability, adhesion |
| Nonionic surfactant (AE) | 2.0 | Emulsion stability |
| Preservative | 0.2 | Microbial protection |
| Fragrance (tropical) | 0.1 | Consumer appeal |
| Total | 100.0 |
Formulation Notes
Carnauba-silicone hybrid wax emulsion for in-bay or tunnel “hot wax” application cycles.
Method: Warm water to 50 °C. Add carnauba wax emulsion and silicone emulsion with moderate stirring. Add acrylic polymer emulsion. Add surfactant, preservative, and fragrance. Homogenize if necessary for stability. Use dilution: 1:20 to 1:40 in hot wax arch (temperature 40–60 °C). Properties: pH 7.0–8.0, white emulsion, viscosity 500–1{,}000 cP. Carnauba wax — harvested from the Brazilian palm Copernicia prunifera — is prized for its extreme hardness (among the hardest natural waxes) and warm, diffuse gloss that enhances paint depth . The silicone fraction extends hydrophobic durability to 2–4 weeks, while the acrylic binder improves film adhesion and detergent resistance compared to carnauba alone .