Is Candelilla Wax (Euphorbia Cerifera Wax) Comprehen safe in cosmetics?
Candelilla Wax (Euphorbia Cerifera Wax) Comprehen has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Candelilla Wax (Euphorbia Cerifera Wax) Comprehen
Also known as: Paraffin waxes and Hydrocarbon waxes, Synthetic paraffin wax, White paraffin, EINECS 232-315-6, FEMA No. 3216 (+6 more)
Candelilla Wax (Euphorbia Cerifera Wax) Comprehen (CAS 8002-74-2) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Abrasive; Adhesion/cohesion promoter; Anti-adhesive/cohesive; Anti-static. NOAEL 1.5 mg/kg bw/day (cross-referenced against ToxValDB ECHA IUCLID); EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database. Same-CAS public records also appear in industrial chemical safety and pharmaceutical data.
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Function
Abrasive; Adhesion/cohesion promoter; Anti-adhesive/cohesive; Anti-static agent; Antioxidant; Binder; Chemical reaction regulator; Cleaning agent; Defoamer; Deodorizer; Diluent; Dispersing agent; Emulsifier; Film former; Flavouring and nutrient; Flow promoter; Fragrance; Fuel; Hardener; Humectant; Lubricating agent; Processing aids not otherwise specified; Softener and conditioner; Stabilizing agent; Surface modifier; Surfactant (surface active agent); Thickening agent; Viscosity modifier; Waterproofing agent; Wetting agent (non-aqueous)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Candelilla Wax (Euphorbia Cerifera Wax) Comprehen.
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GHS Hazard Classification
Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.
Short-term Exposure Effects
The fume is irritating to the eyes, nose and throat.
Routes of Exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of fume.
Pre-Calculated Safety Assessment
Pre-calculated NOAEL → SED → MoS audit trail for Candelilla Wax (Euphorbia Cerifera Wax) Comprehen across SCCS product categories, with measured dermal absorption where available.
ECHA REACH Registration
European Chemicals Agency REACH dossier and Substances of Very High Concern listing.
Registration Type
Full
Tonnage Band
100,000 - 1,000,000 tonnes
Substance Type
SUBSTANCE
SVHC Candidate
No
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Abrasive
Adhesion/cohesion promoter
Anti-adhesive/cohesive
Anti-static agent
Antioxidant
Binder
Chemical reaction regulator
Cleaning agent
Defoamer
Deodorizer
Regulatory List Membership (3)
EU Regulated in Personal Care
IFRA Fragrance Transparency List
FDA Substances Added to Food (EAFUS)
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Candelilla Wax (Euphorbia Cerifera Wax) Comprehen.
Regulatory Flags
ifra_fragrance
fda_food_additive
jecfa_concern
Known Synonyms
Paraffin waxes and Hydrocarbon waxes
Synthetic paraffin wax
White paraffin
EINECS 232-315-6
FEMA No. 3216
Hard paraffin
Paraffin, hard
Wax, paraffin
Hartparaffin
Zeresin
UNII-I9O0E3H2ZE
Chemical Function
Viscosity modifier
Softener and conditioner
Abrasive
Deodorizer
Fragrance
Emulsifier
Binder
Regulatory Lists
Europe; Personal care - make-up and related
Europe; Personal care - make-up and related
Europe; Personal care - liniment
Europe; Personal care
Europe; Personal care
inert_ingredient; Pesticides
inert_ingredient; non_food_use; Pesticides
inert_ingredient; non_food_use; Pesticides
inert_ingredient; non_food_use; Pesticides
IFRA Transparency
food_additive; Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS) (2/2019)
food_additive; Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS) (2/2019)
Europe; Personal care - make-up and related
active_ingredient; Europe; Pesticides
Journal of Chemical Engineering & Process Technology
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Cross-Vertical Safety Context
Same-CAS public records found in pharmaceutical data.
SOURCE
ChEMBL / DrugCentral / FAERS
DB_PHARMA count match
Pharmaceutical Data
Same-CAS rows from the pharmaceutical spoke database.
Adverse Event Associations
192
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Candelilla Wax (Euphorbia Cerifera Wax) Comprehen allowed in the EU?
Candelilla Wax (Euphorbia Cerifera Wax) Comprehen EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Candelilla Wax (Euphorbia Cerifera Wax) Comprehen do in cosmetics?
Candelilla Wax (Euphorbia Cerifera Wax) Comprehen functions as: Abrasive; Adhesion/cohesion promoter; Anti-adhesive/cohesive; Anti-static agent; Antioxidant; Binder; Chemical reaction regulator; Cleaning agent; Defoamer; Deodorizer; Diluent; Dispersing agent; Emulsifier; Film former; Flavouring and nutrient; Flow promoter; Fragrance; Fuel; Hardener; Humectant; Lubricating agent; Processing aids not otherwise specified; Softener and conditioner; Stabilizing agent; Surface modifier; Surfactant (surface active agent); Thickening agent; Viscosity modifier; Waterproofing agent; Wetting agent (non-aqueous). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8002-74-2.
Is Candelilla Wax (Euphorbia Cerifera Wax) Comprehen used outside cosmetics?
Candelilla Wax (Euphorbia Cerifera Wax) Comprehen also appears in industrial chemical safety and pharmaceutical data. The cross-vertical cards on this page render same-CAS public rows from the matched databases.
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