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Candelilla Wax

Candelilla Wax

Candelilla Wax is obtained from the plant E. Antisyphilitica, indigenous to the Chihuahua Desert of Mexico. Strahl & Pitsch is the world’s largest refiner of Candelilla Wax, with applications in many different industries.

Our Candelilla Wax conforms to the current USP/NF Monograph, the Food Chemicals Codex, and other compendia.


INCI: Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax
CAS #: 8006-44-8
EINECS #: 232-347-0
Country of origin: USA
Composition: Natural Candelilla Wax

Details

Candelilla is a unique natural wax with properties not exhibited by other waxes. With a natural resin content it provides excellent film forming capabilities, provides flex and gloss to stick formulations and promotes reliable gelling capabilities.

Functions:

  • Gelling Agent

  • Plasticizer

  • Moderate Melting Range

  • Viscosity Modifier
  • Shrinkage Modifier

  • Durable Film

  • Insulator

  • Coatings

  • Adhesives
  • Polishing Agent
  • Glazing

Forms Available:

  • Crude Lumps

  • Flakes

  • Powders

  • Granules

Compatibility:

Candelilla Wax is compatible with many vegetable and mineral waxes and a variety of natural and synthetic ingredients.

Regulatory information

Recommended applications

Tablet Coating
Glazes
Anti-Sticking Agent
Confection Polish
Chewing Gum
Color Cosmetics
Hair wax
Lip balm
Lipstick
Mascara
Pomades
Stick Formulations
Dental Waxes
Adhesives
Leather Treatment
Polishes
Varnishes
Investment Casting
Leather Processing
Precision Casting
Electrical Insulation

Specifications

Test Method Specification
Color Visual Light Yellow
Melting Point, Capillary Tube, Class II Current NF Monograph for Candelilla Wax 68.5 - 72.5 °C
Acid Value Current NF Monograph for Candelilla Wax 12 - 22
Saponification Value Current NF Monograph for Candelilla Wax 50 - 65

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