| Description: | Natural vegetable wax exuded by the leaves of a palm tree (copernicia cerifera) growing in Brazil, hardest natural wax available, composed of wax esters (85%), free fatty acids, fatty alcohols & resins (15%). Type 3 grade. Melting point 80-85°C (176-185°F). |
| Benefits: | Non-gelling thickener, viscosity and consistency enhancerProvides good texture and stability due to high melting pointHas emollient and moisturizing propertiesHas good skin protective properties |
| Use: | Warm to melt before use. Add to fat phase in formulas requiring emulsification. Typical use level 2-40%. For external use only. |
| Applications: | Creams, salves, ointments, balms, pomades, lipsticks, mascaras, lip gloss. |
| Product Number: | RUIOL145 |
| INCI: | Copernicia prunifera (carnauba) wax |
| Composition: | Copernicia prunifera (carnauba) wax |
| PurityGrade: | No purity grade applicable |
| Appearance: | Yellow flakes or powder, no or faint odor |
| Solubility: | Soluble in alcohol, insoluble in water |
| Preservation: | Preservative-free |
| Storage: | Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature |
| Country: | Brazil, USA |
| Animal: | Not animal tested |
| GMO: | GMO-free |
| Vegan: | Does not contain animal-derived components |
| HS: | 1521100040 |