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Koster Keunen Ceresin Wax 155/165

Ceresin waxes are blends of linear and branched hydrocarbons that have a long history of use in industry. Chemists should choose the properties that are critical to their formulation; melt point, penetration, or gel strength. They are non-hazardous, non-toxic, and non-irritating for skin and eyes.

INCI Name: Ceresin

Chemical Name: Ceresin

CAS Number: 8001-75-0

Functions: Anti-Static Agent

Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin, Non-Animal Origin, Plant Origin, Vegetable Origin

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Naturally Derived, Non-Irritant, Non-Toxic, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Synonyms: Ceresin wax, Cirine wax

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Waxes
Chemical Name
Ceresin
INCI Name
Ceresin
Ingredient Origin
Natural Origin,
Non-Animal Origin,
Plant Origin,
Vegetable Origin
Cleaning Ingredients Functions
Anti-Static Agent
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Anti-Static Agent
CAS No.
8001-75-0
EC No.
232-290-1
Technologies
Cleaning Ingredients,
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives
Hair Actives
Cleaning Ingredients — Functional Additives
Performance Additives,
Waxes
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Fats, Butters & Waxes

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Clean at Sephora,
Credo Clean Standard,
Naturally Derived,
Non-Irritant,
Non-Toxic,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Applications & Uses

Markets
HI&I Care,
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Skin Care
HI&I Care — Institutional & Industrial Care
Industrial Cleaning
Fragrances & Perfume Applications
Fragrances & Perfumes
I&I Cleaning Applications
Industrial Cleaners
Formulation Guidelines

Ceresin is compatible with the chemistries of natural, mineral, and synthetic raw materials. Applications include cosmetics, personal care, crayons, coatings, candles, industrial, pharmaceuticals, fruit and vegetable coatings, and inks.

Properties

Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Congeal Point153-167°F(ASTM D938)
Melting point68-74.5°C(USP 741 Class II)
Penetration8-17dmm(ASTM D1321)

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Kosher,
REACH (Europe),
TTB Approved
Chemical Inventories
AICS (Australia),
DSL (Canada),
ENCS (Japan),
IECSC (China)

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
2 Years