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Pharm-Rx Microcrystalline Wax

Pharm-Rx Microcrystalline Wax is a versatile cosmetic ingredient with functions as a stabilizer, bulking agent, viscosity modifier, binder, and emulsion stabilizer.

INCI Name: Microcrystalline Wax

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Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet

Identification & Functionality

Definition

Microcrystalline Wax is a refined mixture of solid saturated aliphatic hydrocarbons, obtained by solvent fractionation of the still bottom fraction of petroleum by suitable dewaxing or deoiling means. The branched-chain hydrocarbons predominate in the mixture, but the straight-chain and cyclic hydrocarbons are present. It may contain an antioxidant.

Applications & Uses

Regulatory & Compliance

USP Reference Standards

USP Microcrystalline Wax RS (NF 1-Aug-2021)

Storage & Handling

Storage Information

Preserve in tight containers.