# Beeswax

URL: https://app.greenveil.ai/ingredients/ingredient_dtxsid_dtxsid10891981
Categories: beauty, cleaning, industrial, pharma
Functions: Binder, Deodorizer, Emulsifier, Film former, Fragrance, Humectant, Softener and conditioner, Solid state components, Stabilizing agent, Surfactant (surface active agent), Thickening agent, Viscosity modifier
Identifier: DTXSID10891981

> Beeswax is used as binder / deodorizer. EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 4883 composition records across product categories including Construction and building materials, Laboratory supplies, Raw materials. Assessed from 3 sources.

## Safety assessment

- Chemical concern: not yet assessed
- Rationale: EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 4883 composition records across product categories including Construction and building materials, Laboratory supplies, Raw materials.

## Regulatory status

- US: commercial use observed — EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 4883 composition records across product categories including Construction and building materials, Laboratory supplies, Raw materials. EPA CPDat classifies this chemical for functional uses including Softener and conditioner, Film former, Deodorizer.
- US: marketed drug occurrence — FDA NDC lists this ingredient in 6 active drug products and 6 total products.

_Assessed by Greenveil._