Candelilla Wax

Candelilla Wax

Item No. WAX-CDIL-01
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Description
Description
Natural vegetable wax extracted from the candelilla plant (Euphorbia antisyphilitica, pedilanthus pavonis) from Northeastern Mexico. Saponification value 43-65. Melting point 69-73°C (156-163°F).
Benefits
  • Non-gelling thickener, viscosity enhancer and plasticizer
  • Compatible with most natural and synthetic waxes and resins
  • Extraordinary film-forming properties
  • Effective emollient
  • Adds nice gloss to lipsticks
Use
Warm to melt before use. Add to fat phase in formulas requiring emulsification. Typical use level 2-30%. For external use only.
Applications
Creams, salves, ointments, balms, pomades, lipsticks, mascaras, lip gloss.
CAS
8006-44-8
INCI
Euphorbia Cerifera (candelilla) wax
composition
Euphorbia Cerifera (candelilla) wax
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Yellow prills, odorless
Solubility
Soluble in alcohol, insoluble in water
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
USA
Raw Material Source
Derived from the leaves of the Candelilla shrub native to Mexico and the USA
Manufacture
The wax is extracted by adding the mature plant to boiling water. After a while the wax floats to the surface for recovery. The crude wax is then melted in the presence of carbon and clay, pressed through a filter press, bleached with hydrogen peroxide, and filtered again. The bleach is completely neutralized.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
1521100000