Microcrystalline Wax INS No. 905(c)

Prepared at the 55th JECFA (2000) and published in FNP 52 Add 8 (2000), superseding specifications prepared at the 49th JECFA (1997) and
published in FNP 52 Add 5 (1997). A group ADI of 0-20 mg/kg bw was established at the 44th JECFA (1995).
SYNONYMS Petroleum wax; INS No. 905(c)
DEFINITION Microcrystalline Wax is a refined mixture of solid, saturated hydrocarbons, mainly branched paraffin, obtained from petroleum
DESCRIPTION Colourless or white, somewhat translucent, tasteless and odourless wax
FUNCTIONAL USES Chewing gum base, protective coating, defoaming agent, surface finishing agent