Low ConcernVegan

Carnauba Wax

Copernicia Cerifera Cera

Safety Notes

Vegan; widely used in colour cosmetics; hard wax

Function & Common Use

Function

Viscosity controlling / Film forming

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carnauba Wax safe to use in skincare?

Carnauba Wax has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Vegan; widely used in colour cosmetics; hard wax

Is Carnauba Wax allowed in India?

Carnauba Wax is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Carnauba Wax used for in cosmetics?

Carnauba Wax functions as: Viscosity controlling / Film forming. It is commonly found in: Mascaras, lipsticks, pressed powders.

TCS Assessment

Low Concern

Data Confidence

High

Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)

Permitted

US FDA

Permitted

Korea (MFDS)

Permitted

Australia (TGA)

Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made

Canada (NHPID)

Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS8015-86-9

EC232-399-4

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