Food Additive · EU 905c
Microcrystalline Wax
FDA status: Approved. EU: Approved. No U.S. state has enacted a specific ban yet.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Microcrystalline Wax is FDA-approved, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it independently of federal policy. Its composite safety score is 4 out of 5 (Low Risk), and the European Union separately classifies it as approved. By tracked product count it ranks #288 of 417.
- #288 of 417 by tracked product prevalence
The verdict
Microcrystalline Wax is FDA-approved, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it. By Open Food Facts product count it sits #288 of 417 among additives with tracked product presence (29th percentile).
- 4/5
- Low Risk
- Approved
- FDA status
- #288 of 417
- product-prevalence rank
- 0
- state regulations
Regulatory snapshot
Microcrystalline Wax: composite 4/5 (Low Risk) with FDA Approved and EU Approved.
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| FDA Status | Approved | FDA SAFFA |
| EU Status | Approved | EC 1333/2008 |
| E-Number | 905c | EU additive register |
| CAS Number | - | CAS Registry |
| Category | Food Additive | FDA functional class |
| Composite Safety Score | 4 / 5 (Low Risk) | PlainIngredients methodology |
| EFSA ADI | Not established | EFSA scientific opinion |
| U.S. State Actions | 0 states | State legislative records |
| Tracked Products | 4 | Open Food Facts (US) |
Values reflect official agency classifications as published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the European Union's regulatory framework. See our methodology for scoring details.
What is Microcrystalline Wax?
Microcrystalline Wax is a food additive (905c) classified as food additive.
Health Concerns
- EFSA evaluation: Scientific Opinion on the re-evaluation of microcrystalline wax -E 905- as a food additive.
Common Uses
Catalog-profile peer axes
Nationwide catalog-profile peers for Microcrystalline Wax
Product-count (4) and safety-score (4/5) peer columns, disjoint link sets.
Score 4/5 peers (≥50 OFF products)
Nearest other additives by PlainIngredients safety score (floored at ≥50 tracked products), distinct from the count row.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Microcrystalline Wax safe to consume?
Microcrystalline Wax scores 4/5 (Low Risk). FDA status is Approved. In the lower-concern band the federal listing is the primary signal; EU status is Approved. Moderation still applies to any additive.
What is Microcrystalline Wax used for in food?
Microcrystalline Wax is commonly used as: Various processed foods. It belongs to the Food Additive category of food additives.
Where does Microcrystalline Wax sit among food additives PlainIngredients tracks?
Among additives with at least one tracked product, it ranks #288 of 417 by Open Food Facts product count. See /methodology#corpus-placement for the ranking bases.
What health concerns are associated with Microcrystalline Wax?
Research has identified the following health concerns for Microcrystalline Wax: EFSA evaluation: Scientific Opinion on the re-evaluation of microcrystalline wax -E 905- as a food additive.. These findings inform its safety score of 4/5. Consult a healthcare provider for personalized guidance, especially if you have pre-existing conditions.