Beeswax Pellets are pure, filtered beeswax granules used in candle making, cosmetic formulation, lip balm production, wood and leather care, and beeswax foundation sheet pressing. The pellet form makes beeswax significantly easier to handle than block wax ā it melts evenly, measures precisely by weight, and blends easily with other ingredients without pre-chopping or breaking. Available from Urban Beekeepers in natural yellow grade.
What Are Beeswax Pellets?
Beeswax is a natural wax produced by worker honey bees and used in the hive to construct honeycomb cells. After honey extraction, wax cappings and old comb are melted, filtered, and formed into pellets or blocks for use in non-food applications. Beeswax pellets are the most convenient commercial form ā small, uniform granules that melt quickly and evenly on a double boiler or in a wax melter without hot spots. They are the standard input for cottage industry candle making and cosmetic businesses across Kenya. See also: Beeswax Foundation Sheets for beekeepers pressing their own foundation, and Wax Foundation Press for the pressing equipment.
Key Features and Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | 100% pure beeswax ā no additives |
| Form | Pellets / granules ā easy to measure and melt |
| Grade | Natural yellow (filtered) |
| Melting Point | Approximately 62ā65Ā°C |
| Common Uses | Candles, lip balm, cosmetics, polish, foundation sheets |
| Sold As | Per kilogram (confirm quantity at order) |
Who Needs Beeswax Pellets?
- Candle Makers: Beeswax candles burn longer and cleaner than paraffin candles and command premium retail prices. Pellets are the standard input for cottage and commercial candle making.
- Cosmetic Formulators: Beeswax is a key ingredient in lip balms, body butters, hand creams, beard balms, and skincare products. Pellets provide consistent quality and easy blending.
- Beekeepers Pressing Foundation: Beekeepers with a Wax Foundation Press can use their own harvested beeswax pellets to produce foundation sheets for their Langstroth frames.
- Wood and Leather Care: Beeswax is the primary ingredient in natural wood polish and leather conditioning products. Pellets melt easily into carrier oils.
How to Use Beeswax Pellets
- Measure by weight. Weigh out the required amount of pellets for your recipe. Pellet form makes measurement accurate and clean ā no hacking at a block.
- Melt using a double boiler. Place pellets in a heat-safe container over a pot of simmering water. Do not use direct heat ā beeswax is flammable above 204Ā°C. Stir gently as pellets melt.
- Blend with other ingredients. Add carrier oils, fragrance, or colourants once the wax is fully liquid. Pour into moulds, containers, or lip balm tubes at the appropriate temperature for your application.
- Store unused pellets. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Beeswax does not expire and maintains quality indefinitely when stored correctly.
Why Buy From Urban Beekeepers?
- Kenya’s best beekeeping equipment shop ā stocking high-quality and genuine beekeeping equipment
- In stock ā same-day delivery within Nairobi
- Nationwide delivery to all major towns across Kenya
- Call or WhatsApp: 0797 764 747
- Trusted by commercial farmers, CBOs, and NGOs across Kenya
- Urban Beekeepers accepts M-Pesa, card, cash and bank transfer payments
Shipping and Delivery
Urban Beekeepers delivers countrywide to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Machakos, Kitengela, Kitui, and all major towns across Kenya. Same-day delivery within Nairobi. Call 0797 764 747 to confirm delivery timelines for your location.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between yellow and white beeswax pellets?
Yellow beeswax is the natural colour of filtered hive wax, with a characteristic honey scent. White beeswax has been bleached or further filtered to remove colour and is preferred for light-coloured cosmetics, white candles, and applications where a neutral appearance is required. Urban Beekeepers supplies natural yellow grade beeswax pellets.
How much beeswax do I need to make candles?
For container candles, use 100% beeswax fill weight. For pillar candles, use 100% beeswax in a silicone or metal mould. A standard 200ml jar candle requires approximately 150ā160g of beeswax. For lip balm, a typical recipe uses 25ā30% beeswax by weight combined with carrier oils and butters.
Does Urban Beekeepers deliver Beeswax Pellets outside Nairobi?
Urban Beekeepers delivers countrywide to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Machakos, Kitengela, Kitui, and all major towns across Kenya. Same-day delivery within Nairobi. Call 0797 764 747 to confirm delivery timelines.
