Looking for an organic solvent to replace n-hexane for dissolving paraffin?

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I am looking for the solubility of paraffin in various organic substances; preferably, the solubility of No. 54 fully refined paraffin in different organic compounds. I am seeking an organic solvent with high solubility, a low boiling point, high flash point, low toxicity, and that can be used safely on an industrial scale. Thank you! As the saying goes, it’s better to teach someone how to fish than to give them fish; it would be great if one could tell me where or how to find the solubility! So far, the organic solvent we’ve found to be effective for dissolving paraffin is n-hexane; at 50 degrees Celsius, its solvency for paraffin is 44 g/100 ml. However, the industrial production of n-hexane is very unsafe, as it is a flammable and explosive substance. Therefore, we are now looking for an alternative organic solvent that can dissolve paraffin and that can evaporate quickly during the subsequent drying process. I majored in materials science, so I don’t know much about organic substances; hence, I’m seeking advice from everyone here. Thank you