Pertains to an oil of the methane series having the formula C 2n+2. Such compounds are chain-like molecules. Compare aromatic.

A type of petroleum fluid derived from paraffinic crude oil and containing a high proportion of straight chain saturated hydro-carbons. Often susceptible to cold flow problems.

A high concentrate of paraffins, usually in distinction from naphthenic or olefinic mixtures.

Contains paraffin (wax).