Description

Iso-Beeswax is a modified, high-purity derivative of natural beeswax, standardized for consistent industrial performance. This product is engineered to provide superior melting point stability and enhanced compatibility with a wide range of cosmetic and pharmaceutical excipients. It is an essential raw material for manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, and specialty coatings industries seeking a reliable, high-quality alternative to natural waxes.

Application

• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Acts as a key structuring agent, emulsifier, and viscosity modifier in lipsticks, creams, lotions, mascara, and hair styling products.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used as a stiffening agent and controlled-release matrix in ointments, salves, and topical drug delivery systems.
• Food & Confectionery: Serves as a glazing agent, coating, and release agent for candies, chewing gum, and fresh fruits (subject to appropriate food-grade compliance).
• Coatings & Polishes: Imparts water repellency, gloss, and protective properties to automotive, furniture, and floor polishes.
• Candle Manufacturing: Used as a blend component to improve burn characteristics, texture, and scent throw in specialty candles.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Functions as a tackifier and modifier to adjust the rheological properties of hot-melt and pressure-sensitive adhesives.

Basic Information

Product Name	iso-Beeswax
CAS No.	8039-38-1
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture of esters, primarily myricyl palmitate
Molecular Weight	N/A (Mixture)
Synonyms	Beeswax, White; Cera Alba; Bleached Beeswax; White Wax; Cire d'abeille blanche; E 901; CI 77497; Apis Mellifera (Honeybee) Wax
EINECS	232-383-7

Quality Control

Our iso-Beeswax is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with relevant industry standards, including FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) and pharmaceutical-grade monographs where applicable. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical constants, and safety parameters, available upon request.

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 oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow solid, waxy lumps or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Melting Point	62 - 65 °C
Acid Value	17 - 24 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	87 - 104 mg KOH/g
Ester Value	72 - 79
Loss on Drying	< 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	< 10 ppm

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