Copernicia Cerifera Wax
INCI: COPERNICIA CERIFERA CARNAUBA WAX
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
9 study endpoints found for Copernicia Cerifera 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 | 500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Reproductive | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Multigeneration Reproductive | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Reproductive-developmental | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 8800 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 250 mg/kg bw/day | oral | dog | Chronic | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Reproductive | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Multigeneration Reproductive | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Reproductive-developmental | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 8800 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
Expert Verdict
Monitor heavy metal impurities per EU food additive specifications (As ≤3 ppm, Pb ≤2 ppm, Hg ≤1 ppm). Rare allergenicity in atopic individuals — patch test at 50% in petrolatum if sensitization is suspected. 2025 CIR re-review may update conclusions based on new use data in children's products, airbrush products, and oral preparations.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Copernicia Cerifera Wax safe in cosmetics?
Monitor heavy metal impurities per EU food additive specifications (As ≤3 ppm, Pb ≤2 ppm, Hg ≤1 ppm). Rare allergenicity in atopic individuals — patch test at 50% in petrolatum if sensitization is suspected. 2025 CIR re-review may update conclusions based on new use data in children's products, airbrush products, and oral preparations. The EU classifies Copernicia Cerifera Wax as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT. 9 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Copernicia Cerifera Wax allowed in the EU?
Copernicia Cerifera Wax EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Copernicia Cerifera Wax do in cosmetics?
Copernicia Cerifera Wax functions as: Film Forming, Emollient, Viscosity Controlling, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8015-86-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Copernicia Cerifera Wax?
adequate 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 Copernicia Cerifera Wax?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Copernicia Cerifera Wax is 500 mg/kg bw/day based on a Reproductive study via oral route in rat. A total of 9 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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