Rhus succedanea fruit wax

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AKA: Japanese wax tree, Japan (Rhus Succedanea) Wax, Japan Wax
Plant-Derived
Wax
Not Clean
Japan (Rhus Succedanea) Wax,Japan Wax
Family
Anacardiaceae (Cashew family)
Plant Part
Fruit
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
8001-39-6
Form
Wax
Functions
Binding
Viscosity Controlling
Holds Formula Together
Controls Viscosity
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Holds ingredients together
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
A natural wax extracted from the fruit of the Japanese wax tree, traditionally used in East Asian cosmetics and candle-making for centuries. Prized for its hardness and high melting point compared to other plant waxes.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
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🛡️Safety-assessed0 reviews
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR