Microcrystalline wax 80 used in coating

In the ink and coatings industry, microcrystalline wax is primarily used as
an abrasion inhibitor, scratch-resistant agent and touch modifier, whilst
also improving the formability of products.
Abrasion and scratch resistance: After printing, the wax floats to the
surface of the ink film to form a lubricating protective layer; this is one
of its most important functions.
Anti-adhesion and Slip: It prevents printed materials from sticking together
when stacked and enhances slip, facilitating post-press processes such as
cutting and stacking.
Printability: In offset printing, it reduces ink viscosity, effectively
minimising paper ‘fuzzing’ and ‘powdering’, thereby improving printing
efficiency.
Scratch Resistance: Particularly suitable for applications requiring high
abrasion resistance, such as scratch-off inks used on airline tickets,
lottery tickets and other prize-winning scratch-off products.

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