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Carnauba Wax

  • Waxes
  • CAS 8015-86-9
  • IUPAC: carnauba wax
Carnauba wax is a natural wax harvested from the leaves of the carnauba palm (Copernicia prunifera), native to Brazil. It is one of the hardest natural waxes and is widely used in car care products, food coatings, and cosmetics. Not a VOC, not toxic, confirmed biodegradable. No hazard classifications; no Prop 65 listing; no PFAS.

Health & environment profile

VOC
no
Prop 65 listed
no
Asthmagen
no
EPA Safer Choice
no
Aquatic toxicity
no
Biodegradable
yes
Bioaccumulative
no
Persistent
no
Ozone depleting
no
Microplastic
no
PFAS
no
Env. score
5/5
Purpose: Natural plant wax; provides gloss, hardness, and surface protection

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