Carnauba (Copernicia prunifera) Wax

Carnauba Wax COA MSDS INCI Name: Copernicia prunifera Botanical Name: Copernicia prunifera syn. Copernicia cerifera Common Names: Brazil Wax, Palm Wax, Queen of Waxes, Cera Carnauba Country of Origin: Brazil Plant Part: leaves Extraction Method: Cultivation: Conventional, wildcrafted Composition: 100% Copernicia prunifera Grade: Type 1 (Prime/Yellow) Type 1 (Prime/Yellow) represents the highest quality and purest available grade of commercial carnauba wax, valued across multiple industries. The wax is characterized by its light colouration, typically ranging from pale to light yellow, and is derived exclusively from young, unopened palm leaves to minimize chlorophyll content. This grade is predominantly utilized in the food, pharmaceutical, and premium cosmetic sectors. Aroma: Characteristic Appearance: A yellow hard brittle wax, available in small flake form. Application: deodorants, cosmetics, balms, lotions, creams, shampoos, and conditioner Recommended Usage Level: 0.5–8% Melting Point: 164.66 degrees Fahrenheit (73.7 degrees Celsius) is required to melt carnauba wax. Description: Harvested exclusively from the leaf buds and leaves of the carnauba palm in northeastern Brazil. In the personal care and cosmetic industry, carnauba wax is used in the formulation of many items such as deodorants, hair products, lipstick, mascara, and facial creams due to its emollient properties. It helps thicken and soften products applied directly on the skin. Constituents and Typical Range: Aliphatic Esters 40% - 85% Diesters of Cinnamic Acid 20% - 30% Fatty Alcohols 10% - 16% Safety: For external use only. Should be diluted prior to skin application. Avoid contact with eyes and mouth. May cause skin irritation for some individuals, a skin patch test is recommended prior to use. For manufacturing, formulation & repacking purposes only.