How is carnauba wax obtained?

The Brazilian region of Ceará, where the Copernicia prunifera palm is endemic, regularly goes through periods of severe drought. To cope with these crisis moments, which can last up to six months, the palm covers its leaves with a thick layer of wax, composed of esters, alcohols, and fatty acids, helping it to avoid evaporation.

There are various methods of obtaining carnauba wax from the plant. One method involves cutting the leaves, drying them, and grinding them, while another involves scraping and boiling them.

Properties and uses of carnauba wax

In addition to being highly resistant and In addition to being highly resistant and waterproof, carnauba wax is antioxidant, hypoallergenic and has a unique and special shine.

In addition to these properties, carnauba wax has the particularity of blending very well with beeswax and other types of wax, which enhances its benefits even further.

The list of uses and applications of carnauba wax is very long, but among the main ones, we can mention: giving consistency and shine to cosmetic products, in shoe creams, in the food industry, car waxes, pharmacological applications, and paper coatings.

Our carnauba wax

Among our products, we offer two types of carnauba wax, both of the highest quality and suitable for all types of uses. Their main difference lies in the color, with Carnauba Wax T1 being more yellow, and T-3 being more orange.

Both can be obtained in flakes or powder, which facilitates their melting, a very important factor to consider in the case of carnauba wax, as it has notable hardness.