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Koster Keunen Microcrystalline Beads 193/198

Koster Keunen NF Microcrystalline Waxes follow the US Pharmacopeia requirements. They are characterized by their fine crystalline structure in contrast to the larger crystalline structure of paraffin wax. They contain long, branched hydrocarbon chains which correlate to a higher molecular weight. Microcrystalline is more flexible, less oily, has higher tensile strength, more adhesion, and higher melt points than paraffin wax. These waxes have excellent gelling properties, and we carry an assortment of different specifications to best fit formulators’ requirements.

INCI Name: Microcrystalline Wax

Functions: Gel Former

Benefit Claims: Excellent Adhesive Properties, Excellent Flexibility, Good Gelling Properties, High Tensile Strength

Labeling Claims: Credo Clean Standard, Non-Irritant, Non-Toxic, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Certifications & Compliance: Kosher, REACH (Europe), United States Pharmacopeia (USP)

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family: Waxes
INCI Name: Microcrystalline Wax
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions: Gel Former
CAS No.: 63231-60-7
EC No.: 264-038-1
Technologies: Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families: Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Fats, Butters & Waxes,
Rheology Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims: Excellent Adhesive Properties,
Excellent Flexibility,
Good Gelling Properties,
High Tensile Strength
Labeling Claims: Credo Clean Standard,
Non-Irritant,
Non-Toxic,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Applications & Uses

Markets: Personal Care
Applications: Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Skin Care
Formulation Guidelines: Microcrystalline waxes are non-toxic, non-irritating and compatible with various chemistries from natural, mineral, and synthetic raw materials. NF grade microcrystalline wax is used in personal care, pharmaceutical, nutritional and food applications.

Properties

Chemical Properties

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance: Kosher,
REACH (Europe),
United States Pharmacopeia (USP)
Chemical Inventories: AICS (Australia),
DSL (Canada),
ENCS (Japan),
IECSC (China)

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life: 2 years