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Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Low concern
Candelilla wax is approved as a food glazing agent (E902) and as a surface-finishing/film-forming substance. Considered safe at typical food use levels by EFSA and FDA.
Found in
49 products
What it is
Candelilla wax — a wax obtained from the candelilla shrub (Euphorbia cerifera/antisyphilitica). E902.
Glazing agent, surface treatment, gum base.
What regulators actually say
"Candelilla wax is generally recognized as safe."
"E902 candelilla wax is authorised as a glazing agent."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS as candelilla wax (21 CFR 184.1976)
European Union — EFSA
Authorized food additive E902 (Reg 1129/2011)
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