= Microcrystalline wax
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Microcrystalline wax is a type of synthetic wax produced from the refining of crude oil. It is different from other forms of wax, such as paraffin wax, due to its finer crystalline structure and its characteristics of being more flexible, adhesive, and moisture-resistant. **Key properties of microcrystalline wax include:** 1. **Composition**: It consists of a complex mixture of hydrocarbons and is typically more refined than paraffin wax.
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