Candelilla Wax CAS 8006-44-8 Information
| CAS |
8006-44-8 |
| Molecular formula |
CH₃(CH₂)₂₉CH₂ |
| Molecular weight |
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| EIENCS |
232-347-0 |
| Form |
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| Melting point |
68-72 °C(lit.) |
| boling point |
>240 °C(lit.) |
| Density |
0.988 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Solubility |
(hot): ethanol, benzene and petroleum ether: soluble |
| PKA |
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| Color |
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What is Candelilla Wax CAS 8006-44-8?
1. Name and Origin
Chinese Name: Little Candle Tree Wax (Also known as Candelilla wax, Little Candle Resin)
English name: Candelilla Wax
Plant source: The epidermis of the stems and leaves of Euphorbia cerifera or Euphorbia antisyphilitica, mainly growing in arid areas such as northern Mexico and Texas and California in the United States.
Extraction method: Immerse the plants in hot water containing sulfuric acid. After the wax floats to the surface, skim off and refine.
2. Molecular composition
Main components: alkyl esters (about 30%), free alcohols (12-14%), hydrocarbon compounds (about 50%), and free acids (7-9%).
Molecular formula: mainly higher alkanes, such as triethylene alkane (CH ₃(CH₂)₂₉CH₂ -).
Candelilla Wax CAS 8006-44-8 Use
1. Cosmetics industry
Uses: As thickener, emulsifier and gloss enhancer, widely used in lipstick 💄, lip balm, hair wax, etc. to enhance stretch, anti-shedding and moisturizing effect.
Advantages: Its hardness lies between that of beeswax and Carba wax, it has good plasticity and does not cause acne.
2. Food industry
Function: Chewing gum softener, moisture-proof and brightener for candies/chocolates (FEMA limit: 15mg/kg for candies, 10mg/kg for cold drinks).
3. Industrial field
Candle manufacturing: It can replace paraffin wax, has a high burning temperature and less smoke odor.
Others: Used in polishing agents, ink thickening, waterproof coatings, leather finishing and adhesives.
Medicine and daily chemicals
As an ointment base, it enhances the adhesion of the drug.
Candelilla Wax CAS 8006-44-8 safety
Security:
GRAS certification (FDA, §184.1976) and ADI approval for use (FAO/WHO).
Low toxicity, no known dangerous reactions, but avoid contact with strong oxidants.
Storage: Keep sealed in a cool and dry place, away from high temperatures and acidic substances.
