Carnuba Wax And Sodium Bicarbonate

Carnauba wax is a hard, brittle wax derived from the leaves of a palm tree native to Brazil. It is harvested by drying the leaves and then scraping off the wax. The wax is then purified and often bleached.

Manufacturers use carnauba wax as a glazing and polishing agent, giving foods a shiny appearance and preventing sticking. It's often found in confectionery, baked goods like snack and energy bars, and fruit coatings.

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, so it is not expected to have significant health effects at typical consumption levels. JECFA has evaluated carnauba wax and established an acceptable daily intake.