Rising to a series high
Brazil Beeswax Production moved from 1.73 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 1.80 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+3.7%), an average of +0.4% a year. The series high was 1.80 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the low 1.73 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
What Brazil Beeswax Production shows
Brazil Beeswax Production was 1.80 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0.3% on 2023. Brazil Beeswax Production from 2015 to 2024 highlights production trends, output performance, beekeeping activities, and key insights into the country’s beeswax industry. Beeswax production in Brazil represents the annual quantity of beeswax generated from honeybee colonies through apiculture activities and is measured in tonnes.
A 3.6% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2024) and low (2015) is 0.0645 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +1% in 2016.
Ranks 9 of 23 countries covered
Among the 23 countries in this dataset, Brazil ranks 9 for 2024, behind India (24.52 Thousand Tonnes) and Ethiopia (5.93 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 2.8% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
Brazil Beeswax Production by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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| Year | Thousand Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024Peak | 1.80 | +0.3% |
| 2023 | 1.79 | +0.3% |
| 2022 | 1.78 | −0.2% |
| 2021 | 1.79 | +0.8% |
| 2020 | 1.77 | +0.3% |
| 2019 | 1.77 | +0.3% |
| 2018 | 1.76 | +0.5% |
| 2017 | 1.75 | +0.3% |
| 2016 | 1.75 | +1% |
| 2015 Trough | 1.73 | — |
Regional context
How Brazil compares in Souh America
Beeswax Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Brazil is highlighted.
1Argentina5.21
2Brazil1.80
3Uruguay1.23
4Chile0.629
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Beeswax Production — Beeswax production refers to the annual production output of beeswax, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level beeswax production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of beeswax harvested or produced from beekeeping activities within a country under the relevant apiculture and livestock product classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total beeswax production within the selected country and may include beeswax obtained from managed honeybee colonies and reported under the overall beeswax product category.
The data includes harvested beeswax production from apiculture activities for commercial and agricultural purposes. It covers beeswax produced within the selected country and includes beeswax obtained from honeybee colonies, hive management, and related beekeeping operations. The statistics account for annual beeswax output and provide country-level production estimates across the selected time period. Data may incorporate official national reporting, beekeeping surveys, agricultural statistics, and international estimates where direct reporting is unavailable.
The data excludes production of honey, other bee products, agricultural commodities, and wax products not classified as beeswax. It does not measure beeswax exports, imports, domestic consumption, processing volumes, inventory levels, market prices, trade value, or economic contribution of the beeswax industry. Differences may occur between sources due to variations in beekeeping practices, data collection methods, estimation techniques, reporting systems, colony population assessments, production efficiency, and seasonal factors affecting bee activity and wax harvesting.
About this indicator
Beeswax Production — Beeswax production refers to the annual production output of beeswax, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level beeswax production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of beeswax harvested or produced from beekeeping activities within a country under the relevant apiculture and livestock product classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total beeswax production within the selected country and may include beeswax obtained from managed honeybee colonies and reported under the overall beeswax product category.
The indicator provides country-level production statistics and reflects Brazil’s position within the global beeswax supply landscape. During 2015–2024, Brazil’s beeswax production remained relatively stable, with output showing a gradual increase from approximately 1.73 thousand tonnes in 2015 to around 1.80 thousand tonnes in 2024. The consistent growth indicates steady development of the Brazilian apiculture sector, supported by established beekeeping practices, improved colony management, and continued demand for natural wax products. Brazil’s extensive agricultural landscapes, diverse vegetation, and favorable climatic conditions provide strong support for honeybee populations. Beeswax production is closely connected with commercial honey production, hive maintenance, and professional beekeeping operations. The product contributes additional economic value for beekeepers and supports industries such as cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, food applications, candles, and natural product manufacturing. The indicator includes domestically produced beeswax from commercial and agricultural apiculture activities and covers reported annual production under the beeswax classification. It excludes honey production, other bee products, international trade, domestic consumption, processing volumes, market prices, and economic valuation. Differences in reported figures may occur due to variations in data collection methods, estimation procedures, colony assessments, climatic conditions, and seasonal factors. Overall, Brazil’s beeswax production reflects a mature and steadily expanding apiculture industry, supported by strong agricultural resources and continued utilization of beeswax across multiple industrial applications.
- Indicator
- Beeswax Production
- Country
- Brazil
- Region
- Souh America
- Unit
- Thousand Tonnes
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Brazil Beeswax Production?
Beeswax production refers to the annual production output of beeswax, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level beeswax production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of beeswax harvested or produced from beekeeping activities within a country under the relevant apiculture and livestock product classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total beeswax production within the selected country and may include beeswax obtained from managed honeybee colonies and reported under the overall beeswax product category.
What was Brazil Beeswax Production in 2024?
Brazil Beeswax Production was 1.80 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0.3% on 2023.
How has Brazil Beeswax Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
Brazil Beeswax Production moved from 1.73 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 1.80 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+3.7%), an average of +0.4% a year. The series high was 1.80 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the low 1.73 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest Brazil Beeswax Production?
The highest value was 1.80 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the lowest was 1.73 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
What does the Brazil Beeswax Production data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes harvested beeswax production from apiculture activities for commercial and agricultural purposes. It covers beeswax produced within the selected country and includes beeswax obtained from honeybee colonies, hive management, and related beekeeping operations. The statistics account for annual beeswax output and provide country-level production estimates across the selected time period. Data may incorporate official national reporting, beekeeping surveys, agricultural statistics, and international estimates where direct reporting is unavailable. Excluded: The data excludes production of honey, other bee products, agricultural commodities, and wax products not classified as beeswax. It does not measure beeswax exports, imports, domestic consumption, processing volumes, inventory levels, market prices, trade value, or economic contribution of the beeswax industry. Differences may occur between sources due to variations in beekeeping practices, data collection methods, estimation techniques, reporting systems, colony population assessments, production efficiency, and seasonal factors affecting bee activity and wax harvesting.
Where does the Brazil Beeswax Production data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&Food=Beeswax&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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