Hydrogenated Japan Wax

INCI: HYDROGENATED JAPAN WAX

CAS Number
8001-39-6 (Japan Wax base)
Function
Binding, skin conditioning – emollient, viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — GRAS for food contact (21 CFR 182.70); no CFR restriction in cosmetics

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

No significant safety concerns. Ensure cosmetic-grade purity.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hydrogenated Japan Wax safe in cosmetics?

No significant safety concerns. Ensure cosmetic-grade purity. The EU classifies Hydrogenated Japan Wax as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Hydrogenated Japan Wax allowed in the EU?

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

What does Hydrogenated Japan Wax do in cosmetics?

Hydrogenated Japan Wax functions as: Binding, skin conditioning – emollient, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8001-39-6 (Japan Wax base).

What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrogenated Japan 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.

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