Paraffin and microcrystalline waxes for tyre and rubber protection

Hywax waxes protect tyres and rubber products from ozone and UV degradation - forming a thin, self-renewing protective film that ensures long-lasting performance.

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How it works

Why wax is essential for ozone and UV protection

The biggest naturally occurring threats to tyres and synthetic/natural rubbers are ozone and ultraviolet radiation. Wax additives are the primary defense:

Added to rubber compounds at dose rates between 1-3 phr
During flexing, the wax migrates to the tyre surface
Forms a thin, continuous protective film against ozone attack
Provides both rapid initial protection and long-lasting durability

The right balance of paraffin and microcrystalline wax determines the protection profile: rapid onset vs. sustained release. Hywax offers both, and custom blends to match specific tyre compounds and service conditions.

Advanced Industrial Capability

Global wax expertise built for industrial performance

From standard formulations to highly specialized industrial applications, manufacturers need more than a raw material supplier.

With international production and distribution capabilities, Hywax supports customers worldwide with reliable supply continuity and consistent product performance.

Hywax offers a diversified portfolio including Fischer-Tropsch waxes, paraffin waxes, microcrystalline waxes, specialty blends, and modified waxes.

Our capabilities extend beyond standard wax refining and include advanced production, fractionation, and modification technologies designed for highly consistent material properties and precise performance control.

By combining synthetic and mineral-based wax technologies, Hywax helps customers balance technical performance, regulatory requirements, and commercial targets.

Waxes for tyre and rubber protection

Matched to your protection timing and compound requirements:

Paraffin Waxes

Rapid-onset protection

High n-paraffin content for fast migration

Quick migration to tyre surface for immediate protection
Effective for newly produced goods
Broad melting point grades available

Best for:New tyre production and rapid protection requirements

Microcrystalline Waxes

Sustained long-lasting protection

High molecular weight iso-paraffins for slow release

Slow migration rate for continuous protection over time
High molecular weight ensures film durability
Effective under demanding flex conditions

Best for:Long-service tyres and high-flex rubber products

Custom Blends

Tailored protection profiles

Combine rapid onset with long-term durability

Blended to match specific compound and climate requirements
Optimized dose rates for your formulation

Best for:Premium tyre compounds and specialty rubber products

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Whether you need help selecting the right wax grade for your rubber compound or want to develop a custom blend, our specialists are ready.

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