Yellow Petrolatum – Traditional Ointment Base & Moisture Barrier

Product name: Yellow Petrolatum

Synonyms: Yellow soft paraffin; Yellow Vaselin

CAS: 8009-03-8

MF: Mixture of saturated hydrocarbons

MW: —


Yellow petrolatum is a semi-solid mixture of hydrocarbons used as an ointment base, lubricant, and protective barrier.

It provides strong occlusivity, locking in moisture and shielding skin from external irritants.

Commonly used in topical pharmaceutical preparations, cosmetics, and industrial lubricants.

Pharmaceutical grades are carefully refined and monitored to ensure safety and consistency.