Description
Yellow refined beeswax (Cera Flava) produced from raw apiary wax through filtration and decolorization to a uniform yellow product. The classic natural beeswax color and aroma preserved.
Light to medium yellow pellet, slab, or block wax. Characteristic mild honey aroma. Melting range approximately 62 to 65 °C.
We supply Yellow Beeswax from manufacturers in China holding ISO, Halal, Kosher and other certifications relevant to the product and production. Pharmacopoeial-grade material conforming to USP, EP, JP, and BP specifications is available.
Common market grades include USP/NF Pharmaceutical Grade (Cera Flava), EP Pharmaceutical Grade, Food-Grade Yellow Beeswax, and Cosmetic-Grade Yellow Beeswax. Organic and contaminant-tested grades are available on request.
Bulk and reduced-MOQ shipments. Batch-level COA covering acid value, ester value, saponification value, melting point, and microbiology.
Introduction
Yellow beeswax (Cera Flava) is the standard refined natural beeswax, distinguished from White Beeswax (Cera Alba) by retention of the natural pollen-derived yellow color. The chemistry is otherwise identical between the two grades.
Production starts with raw beeswax collected from apiaries after honey extraction. The wax is melted, filtered through fine mesh or clay, optionally treated with activated carbon to standardize color without complete decolorization, and pelletized or slab formed for commercial shipment.
Regulated as E901 in the EU, recognized as Generally Recognized as Safe by the U.S. FDA, and listed in USP, NF, EP, JP, and BP pharmacopoeias under the name Cera Flava.
Yellow beeswax remains the preferred grade for natural and organic cosmetic positioning, premium candle manufacture, and any finished product where the warm honey aroma and characteristic golden color contribute to the consumer proposition.
Where it is used
- Cosmetic creams, lip balms, and solid stick formulations where natural color is acceptable or preferred
- Pharmaceutical ointments and topical bases
- Food-grade fruit coatings and confectionery glazing
- Premium candle manufacturing including natural beeswax candles
- Hair styling waxes and beard care products
- Natural and organic personal-care formulations
- Furniture and wood finish polishes
- Leather conditioning and shoe polishes
Technical data
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Light to medium yellow pellet, slab, or block wax |
| Acid value (mg KOH/g) | 17 to 24 |
| Ester value (mg KOH/g) | 70 to 80 |
| Saponification value (mg KOH/g) | 87 to 104 |
| Melting range | 62 °C to 65 °C |
| Refractive index (75 °C) | 1.443 to 1.446 |
| Color | Light to medium yellow |
| Heavy metals (as Pb) | ≤ 5 mg/kg |
| Arsenic | ≤ 1 mg/kg |
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