Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Croda Syncrowax BB4 Behenyl Behenate Ester Wax

Croda Syncrowax BB4 is a high-melting, biodegradable behenyl behenate ester wax from Croda’s Syncrowax series—offering excellent slip, gloss, and thermal stability for cosmetics and personal care formulations. It serves as a sustainable alternative to synthetic waxes with superior compatibility and clean-label appeal.
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Features Of Croda Syncrowax BB4 Behenyl Behenate Ester Wax

  1. High-melting, fully saturated ester wax offering excellent thermal and oxidative stability.

  2. Provides superior film-forming properties and smooth, non-tacky surface feel in final formulations.

  3. Compatible with a broad range of cosmetic and pharmaceutical excipients, including silicones, oils, and polymers.

  4. Non-irritating and suitable for sensitive-skin applications, supporting mildness-focused product claims.

  5. Biodegradable ester structure aligned with evolving sustainability and regulatory expectations.

Typical Applications Of Croda Syncrowax BB4 Behenyl Behenate Ester Wax

  1. Lipsticks and lip glosses — enhances structural integrity and gloss retention.

  2. Stick deodorants and antiperspirants — improves hardness, melt resistance, and application glide.

  3. Sunscreen sticks and protective balms — delivers water-resistant barrier formation and texture control.

  4. Pharmaceutical topical ointments and transdermal patches — acts as a structuring agent and release modulator.

Specifications Of Croda Syncrowax BB4 Behenyl Behenate Ester Wax

Chemical TypeBehenyl behenate (di-behenate ester)
Product FormPale yellow to off-white solid flakes or beads
AppearanceHomogeneous, free-flowing solid with slight waxy odor
Melting Point (°C)78–82 (by DSC, 10°C/min)
Saponification Value (mg KOH/g)155–165
Iodine Value (g I₂/100g)< 2
Acid Value (mg KOH/g)< 1
Primary ApplicationsCosmetic sticks, pharmaceutical semi-solids, anhydrous personal care formulations


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