Carnauba Acid Wax

INCI: CARNAUBA ACID WAX

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (derived from Copernicia Cerifera; parent wax CAS 8015-86-9)
Function
Viscosity controlling, emulsion stabilizing, film forming
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Parent carnauba wax is GRAS (21 CFR 184.1978); acid wax fraction not separately listed

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Derived from a well-established, food-grade wax source with minimal safety concerns.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carnauba Acid Wax safe in cosmetics?

Derived from a well-established, food-grade wax source with minimal safety concerns. The EU classifies Carnauba Acid Wax as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Carnauba Acid Wax allowed in the EU?

Carnauba Acid Wax EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Carnauba Acid Wax do in cosmetics?

Carnauba Acid Wax functions as: Viscosity controlling, emulsion stabilizing, film forming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (derived from Copernicia Cerifera; parent wax CAS 8015-86-9).

What is the Margin of Safety for Carnauba Acid 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.

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