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An edible alternative to using paraffin wax is using bee's wax. Confectioner's glaze is another alternative. If you are working with chocolate you can also avoid the need for wax by tempering chocolate.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 14y agoParafin wax is commonly used in candy coatings, so yes, it is edible. Although I wouldn't advise eating a bar of the wax, but the small amount in candy coatings and other foods is completely harmless.
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∙ 14y agoSmall amounts of parifin wax are often used in making chocolates, to keep the coaring firm.
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Is wax on edam cheese edible?
Yes, paraffin, along with most waxes, is edible.
Can paraffin be added to Wilton candy coating?
Paraffin wax can be added to Wilton candy or any other candy. Paraffin wax is completely edible and can be put in mostly any food for coating or a lubricant.
Palm oil and paraffin oil difference?
Palm oil refers to an edible vegetable oil while paraffin oil refers to an inflammable liquid hydrocarbon that used as a fuel.
What is paraffin examination?
paraffin is , you can say that paraffin is candle just extract it's thread and your paraffin is ready to use
What is the percentage of paraffin in paraffin wax?
It is almost 100% paraffin, it is made from wax and water.
Why paraffin is nonpolar?
Paraffin has covalent bonds.
How do you put PARAFFIN in a sentence?
I have made candles using paraffin wax. Paraffin oil is kerosene.
Are paraffin wax melts harmful?
YES, unless its container specifically states otherwise, such as some candle-making waxes. Paraffin waxes such as Gulf Wax are commonly used in making chocolate candies. According to wikipedia, "Paraffin Wax is a shiny coating used in candy-making; although edible, it is nondigestible, passing right through the body without being broken down." Also see: http://homecooking.about.com/od/cookingfaqs/f/faqparaffin.htm http://www.baking911.com/pantry/other.htm#PARAFFIN%20WAX http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paraffin#Wax
What is paraffin molar mass?
Paraffin is a mixture, not a chemical compound.
Who invented paraffin wax?
James young invented paraffin
What fuel does paraffin lamp use?
The fuel used is paraffin
Is paraffin soluble in alcohol?
Yes, paraffin is soluble in alcohol. I have personally dissolved paraffin in alcohol. But I can tell you that it dissolves very slowly unless the alcohol is heated. If you use the right proportions of paraffin and alcohol, what you get is a paraffin paste. You can use this to wax furniture, etc.
