Rice Bran Wax
Rice Bran Wax is a high melting point vegetable wax obtained from winterization of rice bran oil. Rice Bran Wax primarily consists of high molecular weight monoesters ranging from C-46 to C-66. Our refinement process allows the wax to retain policosanols, phospholipids, phytosterols and squalene for superior quality.
Chemical Properties
ANALYTICAL TEST | METHOD | SPECIFICATION | UNITS |
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Melting Point | USP 741 | 77-82 | °C |
Acid Value | USP 741 | 13 Maximum | mg KOH/g |
Saponification Value | USP 741 | 75-120 | mg KOH/g |
Iodine Value | USP 741 | 20 Maximum | g/100g |
Color | Visual | Yellow to Light Brown |
Formulation Guidelines
Rice Bran Wax is used in cosmetics, skin care, and hair care. Formulators will find it acts as a thickener, binder, plasticizer, and gelling agent. In sticks, it contributes to hardness, texture, strength and mold release. Koster Keunen Rice Bran Wax can be used as a substitute for Candelilla in many formulations.
Regulatory
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INCI NAME: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax
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CAS #: 8016-60-2
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EINECS #: 232-409-7
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KOSTER KEUNEN CODE #: 224
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TRADE NAME: Rice Bran Wax
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MINIMUM SHELF LIFE: 2 Years
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MANUFACTURED: Watertown, Connecticut, USA
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NOT TESTED ON ANIMALS: Yes
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KOSHER: Yes
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ORGANIC: No
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NON-GMO: Yes
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CANADA: Listed
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JAPAN: Listed
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CHINA: Listed
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AUSTRALIA: Listed
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REACH: Annex V Exempt, Natural Substance