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CANDELILLA CERA

CAS Number
8006-44-8
Function
Film Forming, Skin Conditioning - Emollient
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status Permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR: S - JACT 3(3):1-41, 1984

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Expert Verdict

CANDELILLA CERA is listed in the EU CosIng database with functions: Film Forming, Skin Conditioning - Emollient It is permitted in the EU without specific restrictions.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

cosing-sourced eu-permitted skin-conditioning emollient needs-enrichment fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CANDELILLA CERA safe in cosmetics?

CANDELILLA CERA is listed in the EU CosIng database with functions: Film Forming, Skin Conditioning - Emollient It is permitted in the EU without specific restrictions. The EU classifies CANDELILLA CERA as "Permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is CANDELILLA CERA allowed in the EU?

CANDELILLA CERA EU regulatory status: Permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does CANDELILLA CERA do in cosmetics?

CANDELILLA CERA functions as: Film Forming, Skin Conditioning - Emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8006-44-8.

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