SP-75P FCC
Candelilla Wax
Candelilla Wax
Candelilla Wax Powder is known to be an excellent glazing and slip agent with wide use in the food and pharmaceutical industries, principally for it's polishing qualities.
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
- Polishing Agent
- Glazing
Forms Available:
Powders
Compatibility:
Candelilla Wax is compatible with many vegetable and mineral waxes and a variety of natural and synthetic ingredients.
Regulatory information
Recommended applications
Specifications
Test | Method | Specification |
---|---|---|
Color | Visual | Yellow |
Identification by IR | Current NF Monograph | Complies |
Melting Point, Method II Capillary Tube | Current NF Monograph | 68.5 - 72.5 °C |
Acid Value | Current NF Monograph | 12 - 22 |
Saponification Value | Current NF Monograph | 43 - 65 |
Lead | Current NF Monograph | NMT 3 ppm |
Particle Size | S&P Test Method #8 Sieve Analysis | NLT 70 % through 120 Mesh |