Comparing E903 - Carnauba wax vs E905CI - Microcrystalline wax
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Is carnauba wax edible?
Yes—E903 carnauba wax is an approved food glazing/coating agent and is considered safe at typical food levels; it’s essentially inert and passes through the body undigested.
Is carnauba wax vegan?
Yes—it's a plant-derived wax from the leaves of the carnauba palm and is generally considered vegan.
What is carnauba wax in food?
It’s a plant wax used as a glazing/coating agent to add shine, prevent sticking, and reduce moisture loss on products like candies, chewing gum, chocolate, and some fruits.
Where does carnauba wax come from?
It comes from the leaves of the carnauba palm (Copernicia prunifera) native to northeastern Brazil; the dried leaves are beaten to release the wax, which is then refined.
How long does carnauba wax last?
The wax itself is very stable and can be stored for years if kept cool and dry; on foods, the thin coating lasts through the product’s normal shelf life but doesn’t significantly extend it.
What is microcrystalline wax made of?
A mineral wax refined from petroleum residuals (de-oiled petrolatum), composed mainly of high–molecular-weight saturated hydrocarbons with branched and cyclic structures.
1 pound of microcrystalline wax weighs how much in everdur bronze?
For the same volume, Everdur bronze (≈8.3–8.7 g/cm³) is about 9–10× denser than microcrystalline wax (≈0.90–0.95 g/cm³), so 1 lb of wax volume would weigh roughly 9–10 lb if cast in Everdur.
At what temperature does microcrystalline wax melt?
Typically about 60–90°C (140–194°F), depending on the grade; some hard grades approach ~95°C (203°F).
How to determine the crystallinity of microcrystalline wax?
Use differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) to estimate crystalline fraction from melting enthalpy and X‑ray diffraction (XRD/WAXS) to quantify crystalline versus amorphous phases; FTIR can provide supportive qualitative insight.
How to make dark microcrystalline paste wax?
Melt microcrystalline wax (optionally with 10–20% carnauba for hardness), then blend in odorless mineral spirits or turpentine to a paste consistency and disperse a small amount of carbon black or iron oxide pigment for color; mix thoroughly and cool, observing strict solvent fire-safety.