Description

Bayberry Wax is a natural vegetable wax derived from the berries of the *Myrica cerifera* (Southern Bayberry) shrub. This unique wax is valued for its high melting point, hardness, and distinctive aromatic properties, making it a premium ingredient for specialized formulations. It serves as a critical component for manufacturers in the cosmetics, pharmaceutical, and food industries seeking natural, plant-based alternatives to synthetic or animal-derived waxes.

Application

• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used as a natural stiffening agent and texture enhancer in lip balms, solid perfumes, pomades, and luxury creams.
• Pharmaceuticals: Employed as a coating agent for tablets and pills, and as a base for medicated ointments and salves.
• Food Industry: Functions as a glazing agent, surface-finishing agent, and release agent for confectionery and certain food products (where food-grade compliance is met).
• Candle Making: A prized ingredient in artisan and aromatherapy candles for its clean burn and ability to hold fragrance.
• Polishes & Leather Care: Imparts a high-gloss, protective finish in formulations for furniture, automotive, and leather polishes.
• Modeling & Sculpting: Used in specialized modeling waxes and dental waxes due to its plasticity and fine texture.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bayberry Wax
CAS No.	8038-77-5
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture of esters, hydrocarbons, and fatty acids.
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural mixture)
Synonyms	Myrica Wax; Vegetable Wax; Candleberry Wax; Myrica cerifera wax; Southern Wax Myrtle Wax; Tallow Shrub Wax; Bayberry Tallow; American Vegetable Wax
EINECS	232-450-1

Quality Control

Our Bayberry Wax is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. We offer various grades, including technical, cosmetic, and food-grade, to meet diverse industry requirements. Each batch is tested for key parameters such as melting point, acid value, and saponification value. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request to ensure traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong heat sources and open flames. Under these conditions, the product has excellent shelf stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Greenish-yellow to gray solid lumps or flakes
Odor	Characteristic, aromatic
Melting Point	43 - 48 °C
Acid Value	5 - 15 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	205 - 220 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	5 - 15 (Wijs)

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.