White Beeswax Cosmetic Grade CAS 8006-40-4

White Beeswax Cosmetic Grade – Natural Emollient and Emulsifier for Personal Care

Basic Information

• CAS Number: 8006-40-4

• Appearance: White to off-white solid flakes or pellets

• Odor: Characteristic mild honey-like scent

• Melting Point: 61–65°C

• Acid Value: 17–24 mg KOH/g

• Saponification Value: 87–104 mg KOH/g

• Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in oils, fats, and organic solvents

Overview
White beeswax is a refined natural wax produced by honey bees (Apis mellifera). It is a complex mixture of esters, fatty acids, and hydrocarbons. Cosmetic-grade white beeswax is bleached and purified to remove impurities and color, resulting in a clean, neutral wax that is widely used in personal care and cosmetic formulations. It acts as a versatile ingredient, providing emollient, thickening, and emulsifying properties.

Key Benefits

• Natural emollient – softens and smoothes skin, forming a protective barrier.

• Excellent emulsifier – stabilizes water-in-oil (W/O) and oil-in-water (O/W) emulsions.

• Viscosity builder – increases product consistency and body.

• Film-forming – provides long-lasting adhesion and water resistance.

• Compatible with a wide range of oils, butters, and waxes.

• Provides a pleasant, natural texture and gloss to finished products.

Applications

• Skin care: Creams, lotions, balms, and ointments for moisturizing and barrier protection.

• Color cosmetics: Lipsticks, lip balms, foundations, blushes, eyeshadows, and mascaras – improves texture, adhesion, and water resistance.

• Hair care: Styling waxes, pomades, and conditioners for hold and shine.

• Pharmaceuticals: Ointment bases and topical formulations.

• Other: Candles, polishes, and as a coating agent.

Recommended Use
Typical usage levels in cosmetic formulations: 1–25% by weight, depending on desired consistency and functionality. For emulsions, it is usually incorporated into the oil phase and heated to melting before emulsification.

Handling and Storage

• Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and strong odors.

• Keep containers tightly sealed to prevent contamination.

• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (gloves, safety goggles) when handling.

• Shelf life: typically 24–36 months under recommended storage conditions.

Quality Assurance
Each batch is tested for purity, acid value, saponification value, and heavy metals to ensure compliance with cosmetic-grade standards.