Food Grade White Beeswax
Products Description
Natural white beeswax is a refined beeswax that is usually white or yellowish in color. It has good stability and antioxidant properties, often used in cosmetics, medicines, food and crafts and other fields. In cosmetics, white beeswax is commonly used as the basic raw material of lotion, cream, lip balm and other products, which has the effect of moisturizing, moisturizing and thickening. In drugs, white beeswax is commonly used as the basic raw material of ointment and ointment, which has the effect of thickening, stabilizing drug ingredients and improving drug permeability. In food and crafts, white beeswax is commonly used as a preservative, wrapping agent and gloss agent, which has the role of keeping food fresh, preventing oxidation and enhancing the appearance.
Beeswax (Cera alba) is a natural wax produced by honey bees of the genus Apis. The hive workers collect and use it to for cells for honey-storage and larval and pupal protection within the beehive. Chemically, beeswax consists mainly of esters o fatty acids and various long-chain alcohols.
BASIC ANALYSIS
| Parameter | Specification | Test Result | Test Method |
| Appearance | Ivory white pellets | Correspond | Ph. Eur. |
| Color (Gardner) | ≤3.0 | Correspond | ASTM D1544 |
| Drop Point (°C) | 61-66 | 65 | Ph. Eur. |
| Acid Value (mg KOH/g) | 17-24 | 18 | Ph. Eur. |
| Ester Value (mg KOH/g) | 70-80 | 72 | Ph. Eur. |
| Saponification Value(mg KOH/g) | 87-104 | 90 | Ph. Eur. |
Application
- Coating agent: It is often used to coat fruits and vegetables to help prevent moisture loss, extend shelf life, and improve appearance. For example, apples may be coated with a thin layer of beeswax to keep them fresh and shiny.
- Food packaging: It can be used to make food - grade wax paper or to coat the inside of cardboard food containers. This helps to create a barrier against moisture and oxygen, protecting the food inside from spoilage.
- Confectionery: In the production of candies and chocolates, beeswax can be used as a glazing agent to give the products a smooth and shiny finish. It can also be used to help prevent sticking and improve the texture.
- Baking: It can be added to some baked goods in small amounts to improve the texture and help with the release of the product from the baking pan.
Recommendation wax
Additional information
Packaging
- 25kg / drum; paper drum, 5kg / PE-bag; 1kg / PE-bag
- Inner-Packaging filled in PE-bag, filled in second PE bag
- PE Bags:food grade
Shelf life
- 2 years when properly stored
- Store at room temperature or lower, keep tightly closed,
- protect from light, humadity and insects
Safety and quality
The powder is produced in a GMP environment under strict control, which conforms to the relevant laws and regulations of the state.
