Question 1

is this oil suitable for use in an old kerosene lamp?

Accepted Answer

If it has a flat wick bigger than 1/2" do not use paraffin oil in your kerosene lampParaffin Oil in the UNITED STATES is Liquid Candle Wax , and is mis-labeled for use in oil lamps and lanterns, when in fact it is only suited for Candle Oil Lamps that use small diameter (under 1/4",) round wick. 99% or 100% Paraffin Oil is NOT designed or suitable for use in tubular lanterns or oil lamps that use flat wick, or Kosmos or Matador type oil lamps. Further, it burns only 1/2 as bright of any of the approved fuels listed above. Paraffin oil has a much higher viscosity and a flash point of 200 degrees or higher, as compared to the flash point of 150 degrees for kerosene. These differences inhibit the necessary capillary action of the wick, and will cause Lamps and Lanterns with 7/8" or larger wick to burn improperly and erratic. Once a wick is contaminated with paraffin oil, it must be replaced in order for the lantern to burner properly. If you must use paraffin oil, it may be mixed 1:10 to 2:10 (one to two parts paraffin,) to ten parts standard lamp oil or kerosene so that it will burn satisfactorily. Paraffin Oil is sold in the United States under the following trade names, which should be avoided except for use with lamps or lanterns with 1/4" Round of 1/2" flat or smaller wick"

Question 2

Is this oil non toxic?

Accepted Answer

It depends.  If you are going to use it in your oil lamps then, well, it's sootless, smokeless, and odorless.  If you are going to use it in your cakes or cookies - well, yes, it's toxic and harmful or fatal if swallowed.

Question 3

Will this oil work with fiberglass wicks?

Accepted Answer

One of my wicks is fiberglass and it is fine.  Hope this helps.   Sheila

Question 4

Can this be used with an antique pedestal style oil lamp or will it crack the glass?

Accepted Answer

That is what I am using it for. Have never had a problem with my lamp cracking.

ASIN	B002QVQCJO
Brand Name	Lamplight
Color	Green
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (7,692)
Finish Types	Green
Fuel Type	Kerosene
Global Trade Identification Number	00076354600135
Included Components	Lamplight 60013, Green Ultra-Pure Lamp Oil, 32-Ounce
Item Dimensions L x W x H	10.2L x 6.4W x 22.2H centimeters
Item Type Name	Lamplight Ultra-Pure Lamp Oil, 32-Ounce, Green
Item Weight	132 g
Manufacturer	Lamplight
Manufacturer Part Number	60013
Material Type	Glass
Model Number	60013
UPC	076354600135
Unit Count	32 Fluid Ounces

Lamplight ¼ Gallon (32 oz) Ultra-Pure Lamp Oil Green - Liquid Paraffin Oil for Indoor use, sootless, smokeless and odorless, Emergency kit Green

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