Carnauba Wax- Composition and Uses

Carnauba wax is derived from the leaves of a plant found in the northeast states of Brazil. The plant is known as Copernicus Prunifera plant. Carnauba wax is also known as ‘Queen of Wax’. The wax is derived after the leaves of the plant are dried and beaten. With this, the plant extracts a yellow brown wax. It is first refined and bleached before use. After this, the wax is melted at the temperature of about 172 degree Fahrenheit, to make it durable. Uses The wax is used as a major ingredient in automobile waxes, shoe polishes, dental floss, floor waxing and also as an instrument wax.

The wax is also used for coating pills and paper. It possesses shining and hypoallergic properties due to which it is also used as an ingredient in cosmetic products like Lipsticks, mascara, eye liner and eye shadow among others. It is also used as a vegetarian alternative to Gelatin. It is highly resistant to water which makes it durable. It is also mixed with dyes, to make other durable polishes. It is also used in many industries as a finishing agent.

Carnauba car wax As we know, Carnauba wax is hard and durable, this makes it an ideal to use as a paint protector for cars. It does not flake and gets old like other car waxes. It is also not affected by water. The shining sheen of your car lasts for six months to one year. What makes it so effective to be used in cars? The wax contains a high content of fatty acid. It is also made up of fatty alcohols, acids and hydrocarbons. All these ingredients exist in almost perfect quantity, which needs no or little refining. This makes it a very high quality car wax.The wax has a very high melting point. This is the reason this can withstand a relatively high temperature.

Applying Carnauba wax Apply the wax in very small portions. This is because the dried wax leaves marks on your car. Always use a cotton rag to apply the wax on your car body. Use the internet for choosing the right wax for your car. It is essential to choose a reliable product as the wrong choice can damage your car beyond repair. You can also take suggestions from your car engineer or friends. Also, before buying any car wax, have a look at its content and composition. For more information on car waxes, contact us.