Ingredient Data
Vegan Status
Not Vegan
E-Number
E901
Also Known As
Cera alba (white beeswax); Cera flava (yellow beeswax)
Source
Secreted by worker bees to construct honeycomb. Harvested during honey collection; considered an animal product by vegan standards.
Commonly Found In
Lip balm, lipstick, mascara, moisturizers, hair wax, cheese coatings, chocolate confections, furniture polish, candles.
Vegan Alternative
Carnauba wax (E903), Candelilla wax (E902), rice bran wax.