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MONTAN CERA.

Valuable CAS 8002-53-7 / ANTISTATIC, BINDING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Montan Cera is a mineral-derived wax primarily utilized in cosmetic formulations for its ability to regulate product viscosity, enhance stability, and impart a desirable gloss and slip to applications. It contributes to a non-sticky, consistent texture, crucial for optimal product performance.

Summary

viscosity controlling antistatic binding opacifying stability enhancing gloss imparting slip enhancing

Science

Mechanism of Action

Operating as an antistatic, binding, opacifying, and viscosity-controlling agent, Montan Cera effectively manages product consistency, resulting in thicker, non-tacky formulations. It actively prevents phase separation, thereby improving overall product stability, and enhances application aesthetics by imparting gloss and slip.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Montan Cera demonstrates robust chemical stability, resisting oxidation, moisture, microbial contamination, mild acids, alkalis, and many organic solvents, thereby extending product shelf life. It can be emulsified through alkali addition for integration into water-based formulations and is compatible with other waxes such as microcrystalline waxes and paraffins.

Synergies

  • microcrystalline waxes
  • paraffins

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Low

As a mineral-origin wax (also known as Montan wax or lignite wax), Montan Cera exhibits minimal toxicity and is considered suitable for cosmetic use, indicating good biocompatibility. While the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) has not specifically reviewed its use in cosmetics, it has been re-evaluated as a food additive (E 912) by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and is listed by the FDA for indirect food contact. US cosmetic ingredients do not require pre-market FDA approval, though MoCRA now mandates facility registration and product listing, emphasizing robust safety assessments.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Montan Cera is a valuable mineral wax, primarily enhancing cosmetic product texture and stability with a favorable safety profile as a functional formulation ingredient.

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