- INCI Name:Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax
- Ingredient Name:Carnauba Wax
- CAS Number:8015-86-9
- Functions:Viscosity Modifier, Coating System, Binder, Glazing Agent, Thickener
- Chemical Family:Animal Oils, Waxes
- Synonyms:Copernicia cerifera wax, E 903
Mosselman Carnauba Wax Prime Yellow (8015-86-9) occurs on the leaves of a species of palm copernica prunifera (synonym to copernica cerifera) which grows in Brazil. Carnauba-wax is used in floor wax, polishes for shoes, furniture and cars. It is also used in cosmet-ics, leather finishes as well as for miscellaneous other purposes.