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The British Wax Refining Company Refined Sumac Wax

Refined Sumac Wax is pale ivory to slightly yellow in color and is derived by pressing the fruit (peel of the berry kernels of several varieties) of the Chinese Sumac Tree, which is indigenous to China. Sumac Wax is a Japan Wax substitute as it is derived from the same plant and can be used in cosmetics as a consistency enhancer and co-emulsifier with moisturizing properties.

INCI Name: Rhus Succedanea Fruit Wax

Functions: Co-Emulsifier, Viscosity Modifier

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Natural, Plant-Based, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Certifications & Compliance: FDA Compliant, Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS)

    Knowde Enhanced TDS

    Identification & Functionality

    Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
    CAS No.
    8001-39-6

    Features & Benefits

    Applications & Uses

    Application Format
    Color Cosmetic Applications
    Applications
  • It is ideal for use in lipsticks, lip balm and emulsions in skin and hair care products.
  • It is considered GRAS (Generally Regarded As Safe) by the United States FDA for use as a constituent of cotton fabrics for contact with dry foods.
  • It is also suitable for a wide range of industrial uses, both in blends and on its own.
  • Properties

    Physical Form
    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Melting Point44 - 54°CPh. Eur. 6.0 (2.2.17)
    Acid Value6 - 30mg KOH/gPh. Eur. 6.0
    Saponification Value190 - 237mg KOH/gPh. Eur. 6.0

    Regulatory & Compliance

    Packaging & Availability

    Format

    Pellets