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Henry Lamotte Oils GmbH Bee Wax

CAS Number
8012-89-3
EC Number
232-383-7
INCI Name
Cera Alba
Chemical Name
Beeswax

Bees Wax (Cera flava; Cera alba) is produced by honey bees (Apis mellifera) using their way glands. Bees use wax to construct their hives. Bees Wax has a fatty acid ester content of 35 to 70 percent. Honey bees are found all over the world.

Properties

Physical Form
  • Pastilles
  • Solid

Identification

Chemical Family
Natural WaxesWaxes

Other characteristics

Functions

Anti-Sticking Agent, Food Additive, Glazing Agent, Intermediate, Protective Agent, Release Agent, Skin Protectant, Stabilizer

Dosage Form
  • Capsules, Creams, Ointments
  • Capsules
  • Creams
  • Ointments
Ingredient Name
Beeswax
Markets
  • Consumer Goods
  • Food & Nutrition
  • Healthcare & Pharma
  • Industrial
  • Personal Care
Solubility
Alcohol Soluble
Ingredient
Beeswax
Technology
  • Base Chemicals & Intermediates
  • Cosmetic Ingredients
  • Food Ingredients
  • Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
Benefit Claims
  • Binding
  • Emulsifying
  • Film Forming
  • Gloss Enhancement
  • Hair Protection
  • Light Feel
  • Shine Enhancing
  • Skin Protection
Labeling Claims
  • Clean at Sephora
  • Credo Clean Standard
  • Halal
  • Kosher
  • Natural
  • Naturally Derived
  • Organic
  • Sustainable
Ingredient Origin
Natural Origin
Application Format
  • Balm
  • Creams
  • Leave On
  • Lotions
  • Oil
  • Ointments
  • Rinse Off
  • Stick
Composition

Henry Lamotte Oils GmbH Bee Wax consists of fatty acid esters, hydrocarbons, free acids and alcohols; Has a melting point of between 61 and 65°C

Applicable Processes
  • Furniture Care
  • Leather Tanning

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