Carnauba Wax

 Carnauba Wax, No #1 Yellow (Type 1)

Carnauba wax is considered among the hardest of natural waxes. It has a high melting point, enhances oil retention, produces a very durable film, is valued as a stable co-emulsifying agent and serves as an exceptional polishing aid.

  INCI: Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax CAS #: 8015-86-9 EINECS #: 232-399-4 Country of origin: USA Composition: Natural Carnauba Wax  

Carnauba Wax is obtained from the leaves of the Brazilian palm tree known as ‘Copernica Cerifera’, also referred to as the "Tree of Life". The Carnauba palm flourishes in northeastern regions within Brazil, and proliferates naturally along riverbanks, streams and damp low-lands.

The tree exudes wax through the petioles of its fan-shaped leaves, which prevents dehydration in the equatorial climate. The palm leaves, harvested in the dry months occurring from August through December, are sun-dried and mechanically threshed to separate the wax from the leaf. The color and quality of the wax are governed by the age of the leaves and care used in processing.

Functions:

• Hardener
• Melt Point Modifier
• Viscosity Modifier
• Co-Emulsifier
• Polish Base
• Water Repellent
• OIl and Solvent Retention
• Glazing

Compatibility:

Carnauba 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 BHT and/or BHA No Heavy Metals Compliant with the Cosmetics Recommendation No. 14 No Nanomaterials No Nutritional Content No Microbial Content No Residual Solvents Does not contain palm oil