wachse
Wachse are a broad class of lipids that are solid at room temperature and water-repellent. They consist mainly of long-chain esters of fatty acids and long-chain alcohols, which gives them high melting points and chemical stability. They occur naturally in animals and plants and are also produced industrially for a variety of applications.
Natural waxes include beeswax, produced by honeybees to construct honeycomb, and plant waxes that coat leaves,
In addition to natural waxes, petroleum-derived waxes such as paraffin wax and microcrystalline wax are refined
Uses of Wachse are diverse: candles and illumination, coatings for fruits and vegetables to extend shelf life,
Interest in waxes spans traditional crafts to modern manufacturing. Major producers include countries with strong beekeeping,