Beeswax is a fatty waxy solid secreted from wax glands by worker bees in order to construct and cover the hive, and has a special smell.
Its main components are: acids, free fatty acids, free fatty alcohols and carbohydrates. In addition, there are carotenoids, vitamin A, aromatic substances and so on.
Application
(1)cosmetic industry:
(2)food industry:
(3)pharmaceutical industry:
(4)other light industries:
(5) modern information recording and special industries
Quality Specification of beeswax pellet:
Solubility: Insoluble in water; sparingly soluble in alcohol; very soluble in ether
Congealing point: 62- 65°C
Acid Value: 17-22 (mg KOH/g)
Saponification Value: 87-102 (mg KOH/g