Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
10 study endpoints found for Candelilla Wax. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 2 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 17 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 17 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 1815 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 1815 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 160 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 157 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
GHS Hazard Classification
Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.
Expert Verdict
Candelilla Wax is a plant-derived wax with a well-established safety profile reviewed by the CIR Expert Panel (1984, reaffirmed 2005, under re-review 2025) and confirmed safe at concentrations up to 25-27%. Unrestricted in the EU under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, GRAS-affirmed by the FDA, and listed as food additive E902. Negligible dermal absorption due to high-molecular-weight components; rare cases of allergic contact dermatitis documented in published literature since 2013.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Candelilla Wax safe in cosmetics?
Candelilla Wax is a plant-derived wax with a well-established safety profile reviewed by the CIR Expert Panel (1984, reaffirmed 2005, under re-review 2025) and confirmed safe at concentrations up to 25-27%. Unrestricted in the EU under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, GRAS-affirmed by the FDA, and listed as food additive E902. Negligible dermal absorption due to high-molecular-weight components; rare cases of allergic contact dermatitis documented in published literature since 2013. The EU classifies Candelilla Wax as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 10 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Candelilla Wax allowed in the EU?
Candelilla Wax EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Candelilla Wax do in cosmetics?
Candelilla Wax functions as: wax structurant, thickener, emollient, binder. It is classified as a Emollient in our database. CAS number: 8002-74-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Candelilla Wax?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
What is the NOAEL for Candelilla Wax?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Candelilla Wax is 1000 mg/kg bw/day based on a Short Term Toxicity study via oral route in rat. A total of 10 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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