Ingredient

Cera Alba

✓ EU Allowed

Also known as: Beeswax White, kahlwax 8104

Identification

CAS Number 8012-89-3
EINECS / EC 232-383-7
CosIng Ref 32492
Chemical Name [(2S,4R)-4,5-diacetyloxyoxolan-2-yl]methyl benzoate
Formula C16H18O7
Mol. Weight 322.31 g/mol

Function & Classification

Primary Function Natural Wax
Secondary Functions SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING; FILM FORMING; PERFUMING
Origin Animal
Category Natural Oils
Manufacturer Kahlwax GmbH & Co. KG

EU Regulatory Status

🇪🇺
✓ Allowed — EU Reg. 1223/2009

Safety Profile

Comedogenic Rating: 2/5
Low-moderate risk — use caution if acne-prone
Skin Type Compatibility
💧 Acne-Prone ~ Use Caution
🍄 Fungal Acne Safe ✓ Safe

No toxicology data available yet for this ingredient.

Check SCCS opinions or CIR reports for published safety assessments.

NOAEL · Dermal Absorption % · Sensitization

Formulation Guidelines

Benefits Thickening; protective film; natural

Suppliers & Documents

Kahlwax GmbH & Co. KG 🇩🇪 Germany
Beeswax White Manufacturer
Documents

External Resources