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Strahl & Pitsch SP-63XFP-K Carnauba #1 XF Powder-Kosher

CAS Number
8015-86-9
EC Number
232-399-4
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

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CharacteristicValueUnitMethod
Acid Value2 - 7mg KOH/gCurrent NF Monograph
Identification by IRCompares to USP RS—Current NF Monograph
Melting Point80.0 - 86.0°CCurrent NF Monograph
Residual SolventsComplies—Current NF Monograph
Residue on Ignitionmax. 0.25—Current NF Monograph
Saponification Value78 - 95mg KOH/gCurrent NF Monograph

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