§ 172.890 Rice bran wax.
Rice bran wax may be safely used in food in accordance with the following conditions:
（a） It is the refined wax obtained from rice bran and meets the following specifications:
Melting point 75 °C to 80 °C.
Free fatty acids, maximum 10 percent.
Iodine number, maximum 20.
Saponification number 75 to 120.
（b） It is used or intended for use as follows:
| Food | Limitation in food | Use |
| Candy | 50 p.p.m | Coating. |
| Fresh fruits and fresh vegetables | 50 p.p.m | Coating. |
| Chewing gum | 2 1/2 pct | Plasticizing material. |
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