Carnauba Wax Artificial Colors
What is Carnauba Wax Artificial Colors?
Carnauba wax is a hard, brittle wax harvested from the leaves of the carnauba palm tree, native to Brazil. The leaves are dried, threshed to loosen the wax, and then the wax is melted, filtered, and purified.
Is Carnauba Wax Artificial Colors vegan?
Carnauba Wax Artificial Colors is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Carnauba Wax Artificial Colors a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Carnauba Wax Artificial Colors used for?
Manufacturers use carnauba wax as a glazing or polishing agent to give products a shiny appearance and to provide a protective coating.
Is Carnauba Wax Artificial Colors safe?
Carnauba wax is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use carnauba wax as a glazing or polishing agent to give products a shiny appearance and to provide a protective coating. It helps prevent products from sticking together and can improve texture. It is commonly found in candies, baked goods, and fruit and vegetable coatings.
Health notes
Carnauba wax is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. It is indigestible and passes through the body unchanged. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it. There are no widespread health concerns associated with typical consumption.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Carnauba Wax Artificial Colors
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