BIOLAB Paraffin Wax 58°–60°C with Cerecin is a professional histopathology embedding medium supplied in a 1 Kg pack for validated tissue processing, infiltration and paraffin embedding workflows.
BIOLAB Catalogue No.: CY 1660.
The controlled 58°–60°C melting / working range makes this wax suitable for laboratories using paraffin-based tissue processing and microtomy procedures according to their validated histopathology SOP.
The formulation contains cerecin — commonly spelled ceresin in histology literature — as an additive to paraffin wax. Ceresin-type additives are used in histology embedding media to modify wax characteristics such as firmness, crystalline structure and sectioning behaviour.
Professional histopathology laboratory use only. Tissue fixation, dehydration, clearing, paraffin infiltration, embedding temperature, cooling, microtomy, flotation and staining must be performed by trained personnel according to validated laboratory procedures.
| Product Name | Paraffin Wax 58°–60°C with Cerecin |
| Brand | BIOLAB Diagnostics |
| Pack Size | 1 Kg |
| Catalogue Number | CY 1660 |
| Temperature Range | 58°–60°C |
| Additive | Cerecin / Ceresin |
| Category | Histopathology Embedding Medium |
| Primary Application | Paraffin Tissue Infiltration & Embedding |
| Subsequent Process | Microtomy / Tissue Sectioning |
| Use Environment | Professional Histopathology Laboratory |
Histology paraffin wax is a solid embedding medium used to provide mechanical support to appropriately fixed, dehydrated and cleared tissue specimens before thin sections are cut using a microtome.
During tissue processing, an appropriate molten paraffin medium penetrates the spaces previously occupied by the clearing agent.
The tissue is then positioned in an embedding mould with fresh molten wax and allowed to cool and solidify.
The resulting paraffin block provides enough support for the specimen to be cut into thin sections for placement on microscope slides and subsequent staining.
Many biological tissues are too soft to produce consistently thin sections in their untreated state.
Paraffin embedding provides a firm supporting matrix around and within the processed tissue so that a microtome can cut reproducible sections.
Correct paraffin embedding can support:
The 58°–60°C designation identifies the thermal range associated with the BIOLAB paraffin wax formulation.
The melting characteristics of embedding wax influence:
A higher-melting wax is generally firmer at room temperature than a lower-melting formulation, but the most appropriate wax depends on tissue type, laboratory conditions, processor settings and microtomy requirements.
Do not automatically set a tissue processor or embedding station to exactly 60°C solely because the wax is labelled 58°–60°C. Follow the validated laboratory SOP and equipment manufacturer recommendations.
Cerecin — more commonly written ceresin in technical literature — is a wax additive used to modify the physical behaviour of paraffin embedding media.
In histology wax formulations, appropriate additives can help:
The actual performance of a paraffin block also depends strongly on tissue processing, wax temperature, infiltration time, cooling, blade condition and microtome technique.
A routine paraffin histology workflow commonly includes:
This is a general workflow. Exact processing schedules must follow the laboratory's validated procedure.
Although frequently discussed together, infiltration and embedding are different stages.
| Stage | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Paraffin Infiltration | Molten paraffin penetrates the cleared tissue and replaces the clearing medium. |
| Paraffin Embedding | The infiltrated tissue is positioned in a mould containing molten wax and allowed to form a solid block. |
Embedding is not simply filling a mould with wax.
The tissue must be positioned correctly so that the required anatomical surface reaches the microtome blade in the intended orientation.
Poor orientation can result in:
Embedding should therefore be performed by appropriately trained personnel.
Once the paraffin block is adequately hardened, thin sections can be produced using an appropriate microtome and blade.
Section quality can be affected by:
A wax with unsuitable hardness for the laboratory conditions can contribute to compression, cracking, poor ribbons or other sectioning artefacts.
| Feature | BIOLAB Paraffin Wax with Cerecin | Standard Paraffin Wax |
|---|---|---|
| Additive | Contains cerecin / ceresin | May not contain this modifier |
| Wax Behaviour | Modified embedding-wax formulation | Depends on base paraffin formulation |
| Temperature Range | 58°–60°C | Varies by product |
| Best Choice | Use the embedding medium specified by the validated histopathology method. | |
Paraffin embedding wax and liquid paraffin are different products and must not be confused.
| Feature | Paraffin Wax 58°–60°C | Liquid Paraffin |
|---|---|---|
| Physical State at Room Temperature | Solid | Liquid |
| Histology Role | Tissue infiltration and embedding medium | Different laboratory applications depending on grade and SOP |
| Interchangeable? | No. | |
Paraffin embedding commonly precedes routine Hematoxylin & Eosin (H&E) staining.
The wax is used to support the tissue during microtomy. Before most aqueous staining procedures, the paraffin must then be appropriately removed from the mounted tissue section according to the staining protocol.
Microsidd also supplies professional laboratory stains and reagents through the Laboratory Reagents & Chemicals Collection.
After microtomy and flotation where applicable, tissue sections are transferred to suitable microscope slides.
Microsidd supplies Microscope Glass Slides for professional histology, pathology and microscopy applications.
Also explore the Microscope Slides & Laboratory Glassware Collection for additional microscopy requirements.
BIOLAB Paraffin Wax 58°–60°C with Cerecin is relevant to professional facilities including:
Store BIOLAB Paraffin Wax according to the conditions printed on the current manufacturer label.
Good laboratory practice includes:
Paraffin wax used in histology must be heated into the molten state during infiltration and embedding.
Molten wax can cause thermal burns.
Laboratory personnel should:
Histology embedding media should be selected by verifying the exact brand, melting range, formulation, additive, pack size and laboratory workflow.
Microsidd India combines online ordering with a Bengaluru-based medical, diagnostic and laboratory-products business and provides detailed product information to help laboratories verify the correct product before purchasing.
| Buying Consideration | Microsidd India | General Marketplace / Local Supplier |
|---|---|---|
| Exact Brand | BIOLAB clearly identified | Seller and manufacturer can vary |
| Temperature Range | 58°–60°C clearly stated | May be unclear in generic wax listings |
| Cerecin / Ceresin | Additive specifically identified | Generic paraffin may not contain the same additive |
| Pack Size | 1 Kg clearly stated | May differ between listings |
| Catalogue Identification | CY 1660 clearly provided | May be omitted |
| Histology Context | Embedding, microtomy and related workflow information provided | May be limited to generic wax specifications |
| Related Laboratory Products | Slides, stains, reagents and laboratory consumables available | Depends on seller inventory |
| GST Invoice | Available for eligible orders | Seller dependent |
| Bengaluru Presence | RT Nagar, Bengaluru business location | Depends on seller |
| Institutional Procurement | Bulk laboratory requirements may be supported subject to availability | Varies |
| India-Wide Ordering | Delivery to serviceable PIN codes across India | Depends on platform or supplier |
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The current BIOLAB manufacturer listing specifies 1 Kg.
The catalogue number is CY 1660.
The product is identified by BIOLAB as 58°–60°C.
It is intended as a professional histopathology embedding medium for validated paraffin tissue-processing and microtomy workflows.
BIOLAB uses the spelling “cerecin” in the product name. The additive is more commonly called ceresin in technical histology literature.
Ceresin-type additives are used to modify paraffin characteristics such as hardness, crystalline structure and sectioning performance, helping produce a wax suitable for histological embedding and microtomy.
Yes. Paraffin wax with ceresin is commonly used as a histological embedding medium, and BIOLAB lists this product within its histopathology / cytology reagent portfolio.
Paraffin infiltration is the stage where molten wax replaces the clearing medium within appropriately processed tissue.
Embedding is the process of positioning an infiltrated tissue specimen in molten paraffin and allowing the wax to solidify into a block suitable for microtomy.
No standard paraffin histology workflow should be assumed to work that way. Fixed tissue generally requires appropriate dehydration and clearing before paraffin infiltration according to the validated processing schedule.
Use the temperature specified by your validated tissue-processing SOP and equipment instructions. Do not automatically use an arbitrary temperature based only on the wax name.
Excessive or prolonged heating during tissue processing can negatively affect tissue morphology and some analytes. Laboratories should therefore use controlled, validated paraffin-processing conditions.
Mixing different wax formulations can alter melting behaviour and sectioning characteristics. Do not mix grades or brands unless your laboratory has validated the resulting mixture.
This depends on the laboratory's validated procedures and contamination-control policy. Recycled wax should not automatically be mixed back into fresh stock without an approved process.
Wrinkling can be influenced by microtome technique, blade condition, block temperature, section thickness, flotation conditions and wax characteristics. The complete workflow should be assessed rather than assuming the wax alone is responsible.
Possible causes include unsuitable block temperature, over-hard tissue, poor processing, brittle wax, blade problems or other microtomy factors. Ceresin-modified paraffin formulations are designed to provide suitable embedding support, but correct tissue processing remains essential.
No. This is solid histology embedding wax with a 58°–60°C range. Liquid paraffin is a different material used for different applications.
This Microsidd listing is intended for professional histopathology laboratory use. It should not be purchased as a general candle-making wax where a dedicated industrial formulation is required.
No. Paraffin primarily acts as the tissue-support and embedding medium. Sections are subsequently deparaffinised where required and stained using the appropriate histological staining procedure.
Yes. H&E staining is widely performed on appropriately processed paraffin tissue sections after the required deparaffinisation and hydration steps.
Use slides appropriate for the tissue, section and staining workflow. Microsidd supplies standard and frosted microscope slides for professional laboratory use.
Keep it in the original labelled packaging, clean and protected from contamination, and follow any storage instructions stated on the current manufacturer label.
BIOLAB Paraffin Wax 58°–60°C with Cerecin 1 Kg can be ordered through Microsidd.com subject to current availability. Microsidd India is based in RT Nagar, Bengaluru.
Bulk and institutional requirements may be supported subject to stock availability, quantity and applicable commercial terms.
Microsidd supplies professional laboratory products to serviceable PIN codes across India subject to stock, product handling requirements and courier serviceability.
BIOLAB Paraffin Wax 58°–60°C with Cerecin is intended for professional histopathology laboratory use.
The information on this page is provided for product identification, procurement and general educational purposes and does not replace:
This product does not independently diagnose or detect a disease. It is an embedding medium used during preparation of tissue specimens for subsequent laboratory examination.
If current BIOLAB documentation or your validated laboratory procedure differs from general information shown online, follow the applicable manufacturer documentation and approved laboratory SOP.
This laboratory consumable is non-returnable and non-exchangeable once correctly supplied.
Please verify before ordering:
Ordering the wrong wax grade, melting range, formulation, pack size or product for the laboratory's process is not considered a product defect when the item supplied matches the confirmed order.
Laboratory consumables may be affected by contamination, heat, storage and handling after delivery. Correctly supplied products therefore cannot normally be accepted back into saleable inventory.
Genuine cases involving incorrect supply, verified transit damage, materially misdescribed goods or other remedies required under applicable law will be handled according to the Microsidd Refund, Return, Replacement & Cancellation Policy.
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Product: Paraffin Wax 58°–60°C with Cerecin
Common Technical Spelling: Paraffin Wax with Ceresin
Brand: BIOLAB Diagnostics
Catalogue Number: CY 1660
Pack Size: 1 Kg
Temperature Range: 58°–60°C
Category: Histopathology Embedding Medium
Primary Application: Tissue Infiltration & Paraffin Embedding
Subsequent Process: Microtomy / Histological Section Preparation
Typical Workflows: Paraffin Histology, H&E and Other Validated Tissue-Staining Procedures
Use: Professional Histopathology Laboratory Use
Typical Users: Pathology, Histopathology, Hospital, Teaching & Research Laboratories
Supplier: Microsidd India
Supplier Location: RT Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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| Chemical grade | Laboratory |
| Color pattern | Silver |
