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Is Rhus Succedanea Fruit Cera vegetarian?

Rhus Succedanea Fruit Cera

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Rhus Succedanea Fruit Cera (also known as Japan wax) is a wax obtained from the mesocarp of the fruit of the Japanese wax tree, Rhus succedanea, used as a thickening and emulsifying agent in cosmetics.

INCI name Rhus Succedanea Fruit Cera
CAS number 8001-39-6
CosIng ID 59152
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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