Rheology Modifier

Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax

INCI: HYDROGENATED MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX
CAS 92045-76-6 — identical substance to Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Cera; "Cera" is used in EU INCI nomenclature, "Wax" in PCPC/US nomenclature EC 265-163-4 (I)/295-458-3 (I)
Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax is Microcrystalline Wax that has been hydrogenated
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Viscosity controlling agent, binder, stabiliser
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax is Microcrystalline Wax that has been hydrogenated

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
92045-76-6 — identical substance to Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Cera; "Cera" is used in EU INCI nomenclature, "Wax" in PCPC/US nomenclature
EC Number
265-163-4 (I)/295-458-3 (I)
INCI
HYDROGENATED MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX
Category
Rheology Modifier
Updated
Apr 2, 2026