Carnauba wax

Carnauba wax (CAS 442682-58-8) is a natural plant-derived wax extracted from the leaves of the Brazilian palm Copernicia prunifera.

Where is Carnauba wax used?

• Food manufacturing: surface coating on confectionery, fruits and pharmaceutical tablets for gloss and reduced moisture transfer
• Cosmetics: structure builder in lipsticks, solid balms and pressed powders
• Industrial coatings and polishes: hard, durable finish for automotive, furniture and floor care
• Adhesives and sealants: processing aid and release modifier
• It functions as a hardening agent, lubricant and rheology modifier.

Good to know: Standard commercial grades include T1, T3 and T4, reflecting refinement level and colour, with T1 the most refined. Food-grade and pharmaceutical-grade material meets FCC and BP specifications.

Commercial specifications

• Grades T1, T3, T4 by refinement level and colour