YELLOW REFINED BEESWAX EXTRACT :
1.DEFINITION
Beeswax is obtained from the honeycombs of bees after the honey has been removed by draining or centrifuging. The combs are melted with hot water, steam or solar heat; the melted product is filtered and cast into cakes of yellow beeswax.
C.A.S. number 8012-49-3
2.DESCRIPTION
Yellow or light brown solid that is somewhat brittle when cold and presents a dull, granular, non- crystalline fracture when broken; it becomes pliable at about 35°C. It has a characteristic odour of honey.
3.FUNCTIONAL USES
Yellow Beeswax with a faint characteristic odour suitable for use in the cosmetic, pharmaceutical and confectionary industries. Also it can be used in the high end candle and polish markets.
4.CHARICTERISTICS
1).Beeswax Grade A ( Crude beeswax, Refined white/yellow beeswax in slabs/pellets)
Acid Value | 17-24 (mg KOH/g) |
Saponification Value | 85-106 (mg KOH/g) |
Hydrocarbon | 16-18% |
2).Beeswax Grade B ( Crude beeswax, Refined white/yellow beeswax in slabs/ pellets)
Acid Value | 12-15 (mg KOH/g) |
Saponification Value | 60-75 (mg KOH/g) |
Hydrocarbon | 25-35% |