INCI: Cera Alba · CAS: 8012-89-3
Beeswax
A natural wax used for thickening and barrier protection.
About Beeswax
Cera Alba, also known as Beeswax, is a natural wax secreted by honeybees of the genus Apis. It is refined and bleached to produce a white or yellowish substance widely used in cosmetics and personal care products. Known for its emollient, thickening, and moisturizing properties, it also contributes to product stability and texture.
Function: emollient, thickener, film former, stabilizer
Recommended Usage
Skin care: 1-50% depending on the formulation; used for moisturizing, emulsification, and stabilizing.
Hair care: 1-20% to provide hold, conditioning, and emulsification in hair care products.
Regulatory Status
- EU (max No limit): Permitted for use without restrictions in cosmetics.
- US (max No limit): Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended.
- ASEAN (max No limit): Permitted for use without restrictions in cosmetics.
Suppliers & Distributors
- Multiceras (Manufacturer)
- Strahl & Pitsch (Manufacturer)
- Koster Keunen (Manufacturer)
- Univar Solutions (Distributor)
- Brenntag (Distributor)
- IMCD (Distributor)
Common questions about Beeswax
What is Beeswax?
A natural wax used for thickening and barrier protection.
What is the INCI name for Beeswax?
The INCI name for Beeswax is Cera Alba. INCI (International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients) is the standardized naming system used on cosmetic product labels worldwide.
What is the CAS number for Beeswax?
The CAS number for Beeswax (Cera Alba) is 8012-89-3. The CAS number is the unique chemical identifier assigned by the Chemical Abstracts Service.
What does Beeswax do in cosmetic formulations?
In cosmetic formulations, Beeswax (Cera Alba) functions as: emollient, thickener, film former, stabilizer.
What percentage of Beeswax is typically used in cosmetics?
Typical use levels for Beeswax (Cera Alba) in cosmetic formulations: In skin care: 1-50% depending on the formulation; used for moisturizing, emulsification, and stabilizing.. In hair care: 1-20% to provide hold, conditioning, and emulsification in hair care products.. Always confirm against the supplier's technical data sheet and the regulatory limits for your target market.
Is Beeswax allowed in cosmetics in major markets?
Beeswax (Cera Alba) is regulated as follows in major markets: EU (max No limit); US (max No limit); ASEAN (max No limit). See the Regulatory Status section above for the specific restrictions and conditions in each territory.
Who manufactures Beeswax?
Beeswax (Cera Alba) is manufactured by suppliers including Multiceras, Strahl & Pitsch, Koster Keunen. Sign in to Chemdex to see full contact details, SDS / TDS documents, and regional offices for every supplier.