Yellow Beeswax

Yellow beeswax is a natural wax produced by honey bees. It is secreted from wax glands on the bees' abdomens and used to build the honeycomb. After honey is harvested, the beeswax is collected, cleaned, and often filtered to remove impurities.

Beeswax is used in food as a glazing or coating agent, often to give products a shiny appearance or to help prevent moisture loss. It can also act as a firming agent. It is commonly found in candies, baked goods like cookies, and some fruits and vegetables.

Yellow beeswax is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Regulatory bodies like JECFA have evaluated beeswax and established acceptable daily intake levels. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects. Evidence does not suggest significant health concerns for most people.