Carnauba Wax / Bees Wax

Carnauba wax is a hard, brittle wax derived from the leaves of the carnauba palm tree, native to Brazil. It is harvested by drying the leaves and then beating them to loosen the wax, which is then refined. Beeswax is produced by honey bees to build their honeycombs and is collected from the hive.

Carnauba wax is used as a glazing agent and hardening agent in candies, giving them a shiny appearance and firm texture. It is also used in chewing gum and some baked goods. Beeswax is also used as a glazing agent and can be found in some confectionery and baked goods.

Both carnauba wax and beeswax are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are indigestible and pass through the body unchanged, so they are not expected to have significant health effects at typical consumption levels. Neither ingredient has been linked to major health concerns, and regulatory bodies have not set specific intake limits for them.