| Description: | High purity monoester wax made from naturally derived feedstock. Can be used as natural structuring and gelling agent in various skin care products and color cosmetics. Melting point 70 - 74°C (158 - 165°F). Acid value < 2 mg KOH/g. Saponification value 79 - 89 mg KOH/g. |
| Benefits: | Natural structuring and gelling agent with good film forming properties and good thermal stability (a very narrow thermal phase change) Can be used as a vegan replacement for beeswax, especially together with Polyhydroxystearic Acid Shows good compatibility in a large variety of solvents Can be used as a natural replacement for polyethylene exfoliating beads Provides excellent emollient properties |
| Use: | Warm to melt before use. Add to fat phase in formulas requiring emulsification. Typical use level 1-20%. For external use only. |
| Applications: | Color cosmetics, stick cosmetics incl. lipsticks, lip balms, deodorants. Skin and hair care products. |
| Product Number: | RUIOL090 |
| INCI: | Behenyl behenate |
| Composition: | Behenyl behenate |
| PurityGrade: | No purity grade applicable |
| Appearance: | White to yellowish, hard granules |
| Solubility: | Water-insoluble |
| Preservation: | Preservative-free |
| Storage: | Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature |
| Country: | Germany |
| Animal: | Not animal tested |
| GMO: | GMO-free |
| Vegan: | Does not contain animal-derived components |
| HS: | 1521100040 |