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Strahl & Pitsch SP-75 Candelilla Wax

CAS Number
8006-44-8
EC Number
232-347-0
Chemical Name
Candelilla wax

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.

Properties

Physical Form
  • Flakes
  • Granules
  • Lumps
  • Powder
  • Slab
  • Solid

Identification

Other characteristics

Ingredient Name
Candelilla Wax
Grade
Pharma Grade
Markets
  • Consumer Goods
  • Electrical & Electronics
  • Food & Nutrition
  • HI&I Care
  • Healthcare & Pharma
  • Industrial
  • Personal Care
Function
  • Gelling Agent
  • Plasticizer
  • Moderate Melting Range
  • Viscosity Modifier
  • Shrinkage Modifier
  • Durable Film
  • Insulator
  • Coatings
Dosage Form
  • Stick
  • Tablets
Ingredient
Candelilla Wax
Coating Type
Varnishes
HII Features
  • Excellent Durability
  • Film Forming
  • Good Compatibility
  • Highly Efficient Gellants
  • Plasticizing
Technology
  • CASE Ingredients
  • Cleaning Ingredients
  • Cosmetic Ingredients
  • Fluids & Lubricants
  • Food Ingredients
  • Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
Benefit Claims
  • Compatibility
  • Durable
  • Excellent Flexibility
  • Film Forming
  • Gloss Enhancement
  • Good Gelling Properties
  • Plasticizing
  • Viscosity Boosting

Technical data

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CharacteristicValueUnitMethod
Acid Value12 - 22mg KOH/gCurrent NF Monograph
Identification by IRComplies—Current NF Monograph
Limit of Leadmax. 3—Current NF Monograph
Melting Point68.5 - 72.5°CCurrent NF Monograph
Residual SolventsComplies—Current NF Monograph
Saponification Value43 - 65mg KOH/gCurrent NF Monograph

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