Safety Notes
Vegan wax alternative; widely used in natural and vegan cosmetics
Function & Common Use
Function
Viscosity controlling / Film forming
Category
Thickener / Gelling Agent
Common In
Lip balms, lipsticks, deodorant sticks
Origin
Plant (candelilla shrub)
Concentration Limits
India (CDSCO)
No limit
EU Cosmetics Reg.
No limit
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Candelilla Wax safe to use in skincare?
Candelilla Wax has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Vegan wax alternative; widely used in natural and vegan cosmetics
Is Candelilla Wax allowed in India?
Candelilla Wax is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Candelilla Wax used for in cosmetics?
Candelilla Wax functions as: Viscosity controlling / Film forming. It is commonly found in: Lip balms, lipsticks, deodorant sticks.
TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.
Regulatory Status
India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Identifiers
CAS8006-44-8
EC232-347-0
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