Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Wax
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Wax is the wax obtained from the flowers of Nelumbo nucifera, Nelumbonaceae.
What does it do?
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Wax is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Wax is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Wax?
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Wax is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Wax is the wax obtained from the flowers of Nelumbo nucifera, Nelumbonaceae.
Is Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Wax allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Wax is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Wax do in cosmetic products?
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Wax is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Wax?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Wax is 85085-51-4.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 21/07/2015