Carnauba Wax

INCI Name: Copernicia Cerifera

Carnauba Wax, also known as Brazilian Wax, is a premium natural wax obtained from the leaves of the Copernicia cerifera palm native to Brazil. The wax is extracted through a unique process involving drying and crushing the leaves, yielding a golden-yellow, hard, and lustrous wax.

Renowned for its natural origin, high melting point, and excellent emulsifying and thickening properties, Carnauba Wax is a preferred ingredient in high-performance cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and industrial formulations. It acts as a natural skin softener and film-forming agent, providing gloss, hardness, and durability in a variety of applications.

Key Applications:
Pharmaceutical, Cosmetic & Coating Uses:

• Tablets, Lipsticks, Lip Balms, and Skincare Products
• Greases and Adhesives
  
• Chewing Gum and Confectionery Coatings
  
• Furniture, Leather, and Floor Polishes
  
• Automotive Waxes and Polishes

Grade	Ester Value	Melting Range	Acid Value	Saponification Value	Density	Residue	Heavy Metals	Total Ash
Carnauba Wax BP	72–79	80°C – 88°C	2 to 7	78–95	About 0.97	–	–	Max 0.25%
Carnauba Wax IP	72–79	80°C – 88°C	NMT 1.2	78–95	–	–	Complies	Max 0.25%
Carnauba Wax USP	72–79	80°C – 88°C	2 to 7	78–95	–	NMT 0.25%	20 ppm	Max 0.25%
Carnauba Wax EP	72–79	80°C – 88°C	2 to 7	78–95	About 0.97	–	–	Max 0.25%

 

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight

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