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| Catalog Number | CI-SC-0983 |
| Product Name | Castor Lip Base |
| CAS | 8001-79-4 / 8001-78-3 / 8015-86-9 |
| Description | Natural blend of castor oils and carnauba wax forming a viscous, emollient gel that can be used as base for lip care products or as alternative to petrolatum in a variety of cosmetic products. Has a high affinity with skin lipids for great emolliency and helps create an intensively moisturized feel. Melting point 62-72ºC (144-162ºF). |
| Solubility | Water-insoluble, dispersible in oils and organic solvents |
| Appearance | Semi-transparent, yellowing gel |
| Application | Lipsticks, lip balms, creams, lotions, hair care products, hair styling products, creams, lotions, balms, night creams, sun care products |
| Storage | Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature |
| Features And Benefits | Natural & botanically derived emollient & lubricantCan be used as substitute for petrolatumEnhances consistency and viscosity (e.g. ideal base for lip care products)Suitable for COSMOS/Ecocert formulationsCreates an intensive, smooth, moisturized skin feelIdeal for dry & rough skin |
| GMO | GMO-free |
| HS Code | 1515509000 |
| INCI | Ricinus communis (castor) seed oil, hydrogenated castor oil, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax Composition: Ricinus communis (castor) seed oil, hydrogenated castor oil, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax |
| Manufacture | Castor oil is cold-pressed from Ricinus Communis beans. Carnauba wax is obtained from the leaves of the palm tree Copernicia Cerifera that grows mainly in Brazil. After harvesting the sun-dried leaves are mechanically thrashed to separate the wax from the leaf. The wax is the further processed and purified. |
| Preservation | Preservative-free |
| Purity Grade | No purity grade applicable |
| Raw Material Source | Ricinus Communis beans, leaves of the palm tree Copernicia Cerifera |
| Uses | Use as is. Add to fat phase of formula. Typical use level 1-20% depending on product type. For external use only. |
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