Copernicia Prunifera Wax (Carnauba Wax)
INCI: COPERNICIA PRUNIFERA CERA
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
9 study endpoints found for Copernicia Prunifera Wax (Carnauba 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
None significant; low comedogenic potential; vegan and halal compatible
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Copernicia Prunifera Wax (Carnauba Wax) safe in cosmetics?
None significant; low comedogenic potential; vegan and halal compatible The EU classifies Copernicia Prunifera Wax (Carnauba Wax) as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT. 9 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Copernicia Prunifera Wax (Carnauba Wax) allowed in the EU?
Copernicia Prunifera Wax (Carnauba Wax) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Copernicia Prunifera Wax (Carnauba Wax) do in cosmetics?
Copernicia Prunifera Wax (Carnauba Wax) functions as: Emollient, Film Forming, Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8015-86-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Copernicia Prunifera Wax (Carnauba 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 Copernicia Prunifera Wax (Carnauba Wax)?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Copernicia Prunifera Wax (Carnauba 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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