where can I buy food-grade beeswax?

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I'm trying to tackle a recipe for canelés, and I'd like to coat the molds with beeswax (ideally without feeding myself too many additives and such). I've looked online (e.g. amazon) and the closest I find is "cosmetic grade" beeswax. Apparently Marshall's Honey also sells beeswax, but the minimum per order is $35. Any leads?

everett2520 · Answer

I know I'm late to the party, but Sperry Honey has some filtered and cleaned beeswax blocks for sale. Their reviews are pretty solid.sperryhoney.com/products/beeswax-for-sale

Elizabeth · Answer

Thanks for the tip. I just purchased food-grade beeswax from them.

Exbruxelles · Answer

marshallshoney.com  has foodgrade beeswax by the pound, 1 pound minimum.

caninechef · Answer

Beeswax is common in cosmetic lip products so I do not think small amounts of cosmetic grade beeswax would be an issue.

Don G. · Answer

I did some internet research and found this company - http://www.beeswaxco.com/

Greenstuff · Answer

If all else fails, You might take another look at the Marshall's site and see if there aren't some other things you'd like.  Those California honeys make good gifts, and it shouldn't take too much to get up to $35.

hardlikearmour · Answer

I think the beeswax they sell at Ruhl Bee Supply is edible (it's filtered, but not bleached and 100% beeswax), but to be certain you'd need to contact them.  A 1 lb block runs $7.50.  http://www.bee-outside.com/beeswaxbar.aspx

HalfPint · Answer

You can always contact those online vendors and ask if their beeswax is food grade or suitable for consumption.

rynnybit · Answer

I've seen organic beeswax, but because "organic" doesn't necessarily mean "food-grade" or "edible" (in other words, I don't think all organic things are edible) I've held off on getting them so far. I live in Florida; perhaps I just need to ask beekeepers at the next farmers market. But so far, Whole Foods and Earth Origins – nope.

kimhw · Answer

Where do you live?

HalfPint · Answer

Did you search for "organic beeswax"?  I've seen plenty of websites that sell it and there's always eBay.

where can I buy food-grade beeswax?

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