Comparing E905B - petroleum jelly vs E909 - Spermaceti
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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.
What is spermaceti used for?
E909 is a whale-derived wax that was formerly used as a glazing/release (anti-sticking) agent on confectionery and some fruits.
Is spermaceti still used?
No—its use in foods is not authorized in the EU or US, and trade in whale products is widely prohibited; manufacturers use alternatives like carnauba or microcrystalline waxes.
What does spermaceti look like?
It is a hard, white, crystalline wax that is nearly odorless and tasteless, with a slightly oily feel.
What was spermaceti used for?
In foods it served as a glazing/anti-sticking agent (E909); outside food it was used for high-quality candles, ointments, and polishes.
How much spermaceti is in a sperm whale?
The spermaceti organ of a large sperm whale can contain up to about 1,900 liters (roughly 500 U.S. gallons) of spermaceti.