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Carnauba Wax

Also Known As : Brazil wax, Palm wax

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has neutral taste.

Usage Tips

  1. Carnauba wax is used as a thin coating on fruits and vegetables to preserve their freshness.
  2. It is also used as a glazing agent in chocolate coated bakery products, nuts, snacks, sweets and some other confectionery items.

Description

Carnauba wax is an edible wax obtained from the leaves of a Brazilian palm tree Copernicia prunifera. It is in the form of hard yellow-brown flakes. It is considered as a preservative and glazing agent for food products.

Selection Guide

Check for the "best before" date on packaging of Carnauba Wax.

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