Petroleum Jelly – 500g (Paraffin Soft White, LR Grade)

Petroleum Jelly 500g, also known as Paraffin Soft White, is a versatile Laboratory Reagent (LR) grade semi‑solid petroleum product supplied for controlled use in educational laboratories. With CAS Number 8009‑03‑8, this refined hydrocarbon mixture is widely used in school science departments for demonstrations, investigations, and general laboratory applications.

Supplied in a clearly labelled 500g container, petroleum jelly is valued for its moisture‑resistant and protective properties. It does not carry a UN transport classification, but should still be handled and stored responsibly in accordance with COSHH guidelines and standard school laboratory practices.

This product is supplied exclusively to educational establishments and is intended for supervised use by teachers and technicians within a structured science curriculum.

Key Features

• Petroleum Jelly (Paraffin Soft White) supplied in a 500g container
• Laboratory Reagent (LR) grade
• CAS Number: 8009‑03‑8
• No UN Number assigned
• Semi‑solid, water‑repellent material
• Suitable for educational laboratory use
• Multi‑purpose product for science teaching and preparation
• For supply to schools and educational establishments only

Ideal for School Science Lessons

Petroleum Jelly is a highly practical resource for KS3, GCSE and A‑Level Science, supporting learning across chemistry, physics, and biology topics. It is commonly used in lessons and laboratory preparation for:

• Demonstrating waterproofing and barrier properties