Candelilla Wax
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Hard vegetable wax from desert shrubs providing chew chewiness to gum base and moisture protection to confections.
Official Category: Bleaching Agent & Processing Aid (표백제·가공보조제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Natural desert plant glazing wax
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS masticatory substance
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized under E902
Commonly Found Foods
Chewing gum basechocolate barscitrus fruit coatings
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Carnauba wax✓ Beeswax
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