Synthetic Candelilla Wax
INCI: SYNTHETIC CANDELILLA WAX (MAY ALSO BE LABELED AS SYNTHETIC BEESWAX + SYNTHETIC WAX + STEARIC ACID BLEND PER KOSTER KEUNEN)
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
✅ Very safe; note INCI labeling complexity — actual INCI declaration may differ from trade name (Koster Keunen lists as Synthetic Beeswax/Synthetic Wax/Stearic Acid)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Synthetic Candelilla Wax safe in cosmetics?
✅ Very safe; note INCI labeling complexity — actual INCI declaration may differ from trade name (Koster Keunen lists as Synthetic Beeswax/Synthetic Wax/Stearic Acid) The EU classifies Synthetic Candelilla Wax as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Synthetic Candelilla Wax allowed in the EU?
Synthetic Candelilla Wax EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Synthetic Candelilla Wax do in cosmetics?
Synthetic Candelilla Wax functions as: Emollient, Viscosity Controlling, Binding, Film Forming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Typically reported under multi-component CAS (71243-51-1 for synthetic wax component, 8002-74-2 for synthetic wax, 57-11-4 for stearic acid component).
What is the Margin of Safety for Synthetic 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.
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