SP-75G

Candelilla Wax Granular

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: 100% 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

Globally accepted
Non-GMO
Vegan
Natural/ Naturally Derived
No animal testing
Cosmos Certified
Reach: Annex V Exempt
GRAS Listed
No BSE/ TSE
Kosher
No Heavy Metals
No Nanomaterials
No Nutritional Content
No Microbial Content
No Residual Solvents
Does not contain palm oil

Recommended applications

Tablet Coating
Glazes
Confection Polish
Chewing Gum
Color Cosmetics
Lipstick
Mascara
Stick Formulations
Dental Waxes
Lubricants & Greases
Adhesives
Leather Treatment
Polishes
Varnishes
Investment Casting
Leather Processing
Precision Casting
Electrical Insulation

Specifications

Test Method Specification
Color Visual Yellow
Identification by IR Current NF Monograph Complies
Melting Point Current NF Monograph 68 - 73 °C
Acid Value Current NF Monograph 12 - 22
Saponification Value Current NF Monograph 43 - 65
Limit of Lead Current NF Monograph NMT 3 ppm
Residual Solvents Current NF Monograph Complies

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