Oxidized Microcrystalline Cera
A cosmetic ingredient used as viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Oxidized Microcrystalline Cera is the Microcrystalline Wax (Cera microcristallina), reaction products with oxygen
What does it do?
Oxidized Microcrystalline Cera is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Oxidized Microcrystalline Cera 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 Oxidized Microcrystalline Cera?
Oxidized Microcrystalline Cera is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Oxidized Microcrystalline Cera is the Microcrystalline Wax (Cera microcristallina), reaction products with oxygen
Is Oxidized Microcrystalline Cera allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Oxidized Microcrystalline Cera is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Oxidized Microcrystalline Cera do in cosmetic products?
Oxidized Microcrystalline Cera is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Oxidized Microcrystalline Cera?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Oxidized Microcrystalline Cera is -.
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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: 15/10/2010