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The Candelilla plant (Euphorbia Cerífera) grows wild in semi-arid zones in Mexican Chihuahuan Desert, and it is harvested using careful manual process, ensuring the sustainability of the resource. Then the wax is separated from the plant with boiling water and refined by filtration and bleaching.
Details
CAS
8006-44-8
Product Type
Industry
Supplier
Advantages
- substances which occur in nature
- does not contain any dangerous compounds
- does not contain any substances intentionally added
- not toxic for environment
- does not contain any volatile organic compounds
- stability to extreme temperatures
- Due to its remarkable brilliance, hardness, solidity, high 70°C melting point and strong gelling agent behavior, Candelilla wax in cosmetic formulations improves oils absorption, formulation cohesion, gloss, emolliency and film forming.
- can easily be emulsified or dispersed
- has a light pleasant odor
Other Applications
cosmetic formulations
Storage
Store in the original sealed containers, in a fresh (35°C max.) and dry place, protected from light and heat sources.
Material do not need homogenisation before use.
Stability: stable material.
Technical data
| Quantity | Value | Unit | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Properties | |||
| Humidity | 0.5 - 1 | % | |
| Alcohol content | 12 - 14 | wt% | |
| Chemical Properties | |||
| Ester content | 28 - 29 | % | Fatty esters |
| Shelf Life | 24 | month | |
| Hydrocarbons | 50 - 51 | % | |
| Fatty acid content | 7 - 9 | % | |
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