Carnauba Wax (Pharmaceutical Grade)
CAS Number: 8015-86-9
Pharmaceutical grade Carnauba Wax is a natural plant wax obtained from the leaves of the Brazilian Copernicia prunifera palm. In pharmaceutical manufacturing, it is used as a tablet polishing agent to impart a high-gloss finish to sugar-coated and film-coated tablets. Its high melting point (82–86°C), hardness, and water resistance also make it useful as a sustained-release matrix lipid and protective coating component.
Technical Specifications
| appearance | Light yellow to light brown hard, brittle solid |
| water content (%) | ≤0.5 |
| heavy metals (ppm) | ≤40 |
| melting range (°C) | 82–86 |
| acid value (mg KOH/g) | 2.0–7.0 |
| ester value (mg KOH/g) | 71–88 |
Applications
- Tablet polishing and gloss coating
- Sustained-release lipid matrix
- Moisture-barrier coating component
- Confectionery coating
- Cosmetic and personal care applications
Key Features
- Natural origin, vegetarian/vegan friendly
- Highest gloss of all natural waxes
- High melting point and hardness
- USP/NF, EP, E903 compliant
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