Is Microcrystalline Wax vegetarian?
Microcrystalline Wax
Microcrystalline wax is a petroleum-derived wax characterised by fine crystals, in contrast to the larger crystals of paraffin wax. It consists of high-molecular-weight saturated aliphatic hydrocarbons and is used as a viscosity-increasing agent and emollient in cosmetics.
| Also known as | Cera Microcristallina, Cera Microcristallina (EU),Hydrocarbon Waxes, Microcryst,Petroleum Wax, Microcrystalline, Hydrocarbon wax microcrystalline, Microcristallina Cera Microcrystalline Wax (U.S.), Mineral wax, Petrolatum wax, Petroleum wax microcrystalline |
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| INCI name | Microcrystalline Wax |
| E number | E905 |
| INS number | 905 |
| CAS number | 63231-60-7 |
| EC number | 264-038-1 |
| CosIng ID | 92425 |
| Last reviewed | 22 April 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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