Comparing E905B - petroleum jelly vs E905CII - Paraffin wax
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Popular questions
Is petroleum jelly bad for you?
No—highly refined white petrolatum (E905b) is considered safe at permitted food-use levels and for topical use; use only pharmaceutical/food-grade products and avoid putting it inside the nose or using it with latex condoms.
Is aquaphor petroleum jelly?
Not exactly; Aquaphor contains about 41% petrolatum (petroleum jelly) plus other ingredients like mineral oil, ceresin, glycerin, and lanolin alcohol.
Does petroleum jelly expire?
Pure petroleum jelly is very stable and often usable for years, but most products carry an expiration date—discard if the color, texture, or odor changes or if the container has been contaminated.
Is petroleum jelly the same as vaseline?
Vaseline is a brand of 100% white petrolatum; generic petroleum jelly labeled USP/Ph.Eur. grade is essentially the same substance.
What is petroleum jelly made of?
A semi-solid mixture of high–molecular-weight saturated hydrocarbons (paraffinic and microcrystalline) derived from refined petroleum and purified to remove aromatic impurities.
Is paraffin wax toxic?
Food-grade paraffin wax (E905CII) is considered non-toxic at permitted levels; it is largely inert and poorly absorbed. Regulatory specs limit impurities such as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, and excessive ingestion may act as a laxative but is not expected to be poisonous.
What is paraffin wax made of?
It consists mainly of straight-chain alkanes roughly 20–35 carbons long that are crystallized and purified from petroleum distillates, then further refined (e.g., deoiled, filtered) to meet food-grade specifications.
Is paraffin wax edible?
Yes—food-grade paraffin wax is allowed as a surface treatment on fruits, confectionery, and cheese, and in chewing gum bases. It passes through the digestive tract undigested, so only small incidental amounts should be consumed.
What does paraffin wax do?
In foods it provides gloss, reduces stickiness, and slows moisture loss on products like candy, fruit, and cheese; it can also function as a release agent and component of chewing gum bases.
What does paraffin wax do for feet?
In spa treatments melted paraffin wax traps heat and moisture, softening skin and offering temporary relief for stiff joints. Use cosmetic- or medical-grade wax at safe temperatures to avoid burns.