Market Size of Beeswax Industry
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| CAGR | 3.15 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | North America |
| Largest Market | Asia-Pacific |
| Market Concentration | Low |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Need a report that reflects how COVID-19 has impacted this market and its growth?
Beeswax Market Analysis
The beeswax market size is expected to grow from USD 530.51 million in 2023 to USD 619.50 million by 2028, registering a CAGR of 3.15% during the forecast period.
- A wide range of applications of beeswax in different end-use industries is the key factor that drives market growth. Due to the various therapeutical benefits associated with beeswax, it is used to treat several dermatological conditions, including boils, wounds, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, and pediatric dermatitis. It also aids in lowering cholesterol, relieving pain, and treating inflammation, ulcers, diarrhea, and hiccups.
- Beeswax has a multitude of skincare benefits. It forms a protective barrier on the skin's surface from environmental irritants and harsh weather. Its anti-allergenic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-bacterial, and germicidal properties make it a highly stable base ingredient in extending the shelf life of cosmetic products. Yellow and white beeswax are used as thickeners, emulsifiers, and stiffening agents in cosmetic manufacturing. Beeswax is used as a fragrance in soaps and perfumes.
- Beeswax contains various natural compounds, including fatty-acid esters, hydrocarbons, diesters, triesters, and acid polyesters. The edible coating of beeswax, coconut oil, and sunflower oil on fruits like strawberries and apricots retains moisture and maintains appearance, texture, and firmness. Thus, due to its antimicrobial properties against several bacteria and fungi, beeswax is used as a wax cover for fermented foods and cheeses. Moreover, in the food and beverage industry, yellow beeswax treated with alcohol is used as a stiffening agent.
- Besides this, government initiatives provide lucrative opportunities for key players to expand their consumer base, boosting market growth. For instance, in 2022, the Government of India launched Sweet Revolution, which aims to promote apiculture, known as beekeeping, and accelerate the production of quality honey and other related products. To provide a booster shot to Sweet Revolution, the government also launched the National Beekeeping and Honey Mission to promote and develop scientific beekeeping in mission mode.
