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Boardsizing

Preserving resources with better performance

Prowaxx™ Slack waxes are used as sizing agents in the manufacture of construction boards such as oriented strand boards (OSB), medium-density fiberboard (MDF) and particle board (PB). As a major supplier of wax in the construction market, our waxes provide sizing performance and low volatility.

Boardsizing’s performance also impacts the quality and safety of construction. ExxonMobil’s waxes also waterproof the wood, preventing water wicking and warping of the board and enabling a longer product life.

Key benefits in boardsizing formulation

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    Water repellency

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    High quality and consistency to meet regulatory requirements

LOW MELT POINT

Product
Wax Type
Melt Point

Prowaxx™ 1173 SW
Africa, Europe, Middle East

PDS

SDS

Slack
45.0 - 49.0 C (113 - 120 F)

Prowaxx™ 1274 SW
Africa, Europe, Middle East

PDS

SDS

Slack
50.0 - 56.0 C (122 - 133 F)

Prowaxx™ 1184 SW
Africa, Europe, Middle East

PDS

SDS

Slack
44.0 - 51.0 C (111 - 124 F)

Prowaxx™ 1283 SW
Africa, Europe, Middle East

PDS

SDS

Slack
51.0-56.0 C (124 -133 F)

MID MELT POINT

Product
Wax Type
Melt Point

Prowaxx™ 1385 SW
Africa, Europe, Middle East

PDS

SDS

Slack
56.0 - 62.0 C (133 - 144 F)

HIGH MELT POINT

Product
Wax Type
Melt Point

Prowaxx™ 1474 SW
Americas

PDS

SDS

Slack
60.0 - 67.8 C (140 - 154 F)

Prowaxx™ 1504 SW
Americas

PDS

SDS

Slack
60.0-70.6C (140.0-159.1F)

Prowaxx™ 1475 SW
Americas, Africa, Europe, Middle East

PDS

SDS

Slack
60.0 -67.8 C (140.0 - 154.0 F)