Carnauba Wax. Premium Golden Wax for Candle Making

Carnauba Wax – Natural Plant-Based Wax (The “Queen of Waxes”)

Carnauba wax is a 100% natural plant-based wax extracted from the leaves of the Copernicia prunifera palm tree native to Brazil. It is widely known as the “Queen of Waxes” due to its exceptional hardness and high-gloss finish.

⚙️ Technical Specifications:

• Form: Flakes or powder
• Color: Light yellow to brown
• Odor: Very mild or odorless
• Melting Point: 82–86°C
• Hardness: Extremely high (one of the hardest natural waxes)
• Finish: High-gloss, glossy shine
• Solubility: Soluble in oils and organic solvents

🔥 Key Properties:

✔ Very high hardness
Provides structure, strength, and improved heat resistance in formulations.

✔ Excellent gloss ✨
Delivers one of the highest natural shine levels among waxes, ideal for premium products.

✔ Water resistance 💧
Forms a protective layer against moisture and humidity.

✔ Heat stability
Performs well in warm climates without easily melting or deforming.

✔ Natural & safe 🌿
Non-toxic and widely used in food, cosmetics, and industrial applications.

🕯️ Candle Making Applications:

• Improves candle hardness and durability
• Reduces shrinkage
• Enhances surface shine
• Typically used at 5–20% in wax blends

💄 Cosmetics Uses:

• Lipsticks
• Creams
• Mascaras
👉 Provides structure, stability, and glossy finish

🚗 Polishing Industry:

• Car waxes
• Shoe polish
• Furniture polish
👉 Famous for its deep, high-quality shine

🍬 Food Industry:

• Confectionery coating
• Fruit glazing