Beeswax
Color |
Yellow to brown, varying in shade |
Odor | Mild, honey-like |
Texture |
Smooth, slightly tacky |
Melting Point |
62°C to 65°C (144°F to 149°F) |
Density |
0.95 g/cm³ to 0.97 g/cm³ |
Hardness |
Relatively hard, can be scraped with a knife |
Solubility |
Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents like ethanol |
Flash Point |
Approximately 204°C (399°F) |
Chemical Composition |
Mainly esters of fatty acids and long-chain alcohols |