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Strahl & Pitsch SP-63P Carnauba Wax #1 Powder
- CAS Number
- 8015-86-9
- EC Number
- 232-399-4
- INCI Name
- Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax
- Chemical Name
- 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 thrashed 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.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Granules
- Powder
- Slab
- Solid
Identification
- Chemical Family
- Natural WaxesWaxes
Other characteristics
- Functions
Co-Emulsifier, Emulsifier, Glazing Agent, Polishing Agent, Slip Agent, Viscosity Modifier
- Dosage Form
- Tablets
- Ingredient Name
- Carnauba Wax
- Grade
- Pharma Grade
- Markets
- Food & Nutrition
- Healthcare & Pharma
- Personal Care
- Function
- Hardener
- Melt Point Modifier
- Viscosity Modifier
- Co-Emulsifier
- Polish Base
- Water Repellent
- OIl and Solvent Retention
- Glazing
- Ingredient
- Carnauba Wax
- Technology
- Cosmetic Ingredients
- Food Ingredients
- Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
- Benefit Claims
- Compatibility
- Dispersing
- Emulsifying
- Enhanced Slip
- Glazing
- Hardening
- High Melting Point
- High Temperature Resistance
- Labeling Claims
- BSE-free
- Butylated Hydroxyanisole-free
- Butylated Hydroxytoluene-free
- Clean at Sephora
- Credo Clean Standard
- Formaldehyde releasing substances-free
- Formaldehyde-free
- Fragrance allergen-free
- Available Grades
- No #1 Yellow (Type 1)
- NC #3 Light (Type 3)
- NC #3 Dark (Type 4 - Filtered)
Technical data
Table 1 of 1
6 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acid Value | 2 - 7 | mg KOH/g | Current NF Monograph |
| Identification by IR | Compares to USP RS | — | Current NF Monograph |
| Melting Point | 80.0 - 86.0 | °C | Current NF Monograph |
| Residual Solvents | Complies | — | Current NF Monograph |
| Residue on Ignition | max. 0.25 | — | Current NF Monograph |
| Saponification Value | 78 - 95 | mg KOH/g | Current NF Monograph |
