Mineral Oil Carnauba Wax
What is Mineral Oil Carnauba Wax?
Mineral oil is a byproduct of petroleum distillation. It is a clear, odorless, and tasteless liquid. Carnauba wax is a natural wax produced from the leaves of the carnauba palm tree native to Brazil.
Is Mineral Oil Carnauba Wax vegan?
Mineral Oil Carnauba Wax is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Mineral Oil Carnauba Wax gluten-free?
They do not contain gluten.
Is Mineral Oil Carnauba Wax a major allergen?
Neither mineral oil nor carnauba wax are derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Mineral Oil Carnauba Wax used for?
Mineral oil is used as a lubricant, a cosmetic ingredient, and sometimes as a laxative.
Is Mineral Oil Carnauba Wax safe?
Mineral oil used in food is highly refined and purified.
Why it's used
Mineral oil is used as a lubricant, a cosmetic ingredient, and sometimes as a laxative. In food, it can act as a release agent or a glossing agent, often found in candy and baked goods. Carnauba wax is used as a vegan alternative to beeswax, providing gloss and hardness in candies, baked goods, and chewing gum.
Health notes
Mineral oil used in food is highly refined and purified. The FDA lists mineral oil as GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) for use as a lubricant, release agent, and protective coating in food. JECFA has evaluated mineral oil and set an acceptable daily intake. Carnauba wax is also GRAS and is considered safe for consumption by the FDA. Both are generally recognized as safe when consumed in amounts typically found in food.
Allergen info
Neither mineral oil nor carnauba wax are derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Mineral Oil Carnauba Wax
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