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.
Chile Beeswax Production was 0.629 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0.3% on 2023. Chile Beeswax Production from 2015 to 2024 highlights production trends, output growth, beekeeping activities, and key insights into the country’s beeswax industry. Beeswax production in Chile represents the annual quantity of beeswax harvested from honeybee colonies through apiculture activities and is measured in tonnes.
Chile Beeswax Production moved from 0.613 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 0.629 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+2.7%), an average of +0.3% a year. The series high was 0.629 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the low 0.613 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The gap between the series high (2024) and low (2015) is 0.0165 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +0.9% in 2021.
Among the 23 countries in this dataset, Chile ranks 14 for 2024, behind India (24.52 Thousand Tonnes) and Ethiopia (5.93 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 1% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
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 | 0.629 | +0.3% |
| 2023 | 0.627 | +0.3% |
| 2022 | 0.626 | +0.1% |
| 2021 | 0.625 | +0.9% |
| 2020 | 0.620 | +0.3% |
| 2019 | 0.618 | +0.3% |
| 2018 | 0.616 | +0.2% |
| 2017 | 0.615 | +0.2% |
| 2016 | 0.613 | +0.1% |
| 2015 Trough | 0.613 | — |
Regional context
Beeswax Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Chile is highlighted.
Data definition
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.
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 historical production data and demonstrates the role of beekeeping within Chile’s agricultural and natural product sector. Between 2015 and 2024, Chile’s beeswax production showed a consistent upward trend, increasing from approximately 612.66 tonnes in 2015 to around 629.13 tonnes in 2024. The gradual increase reflects stable growth in beekeeping activities, improved hive management practices, and continued production capacity within the national apiculture sector. The relatively steady rise indicates a resilient industry supported by favorable conditions for honeybee cultivation. Chile’s diverse climatic regions and agricultural ecosystems provide suitable environments for honeybee colonies. Beeswax production is closely associated with honey production, hive maintenance, and wax recovery during beekeeping operations. The product provides additional value to beekeepers and supports industries that utilize natural wax materials, including cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, candles, food-related applications, and specialty products. The indicator includes domestically produced beeswax from agricultural and commercial apiculture activities and covers annual production reported under the beeswax classification. It excludes honey output, other bee products, international trade, consumption levels, processing activities, market prices, and economic value assessments. Variations in reported production may occur due to differences in data collection systems, estimation methods, colony health assessments, climate conditions, and seasonal effects influencing bee productivity. Overall, Chile’s beeswax production demonstrates a stable and developing apiculture industry, emphasizing the importance of sustainable beekeeping practices and the growing contribution of natural bee products to agricultural diversification.
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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.
Chile Beeswax Production was 0.629 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0.3% on 2023.
Chile Beeswax Production moved from 0.613 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 0.629 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+2.7%), an average of +0.3% a year. The series high was 0.629 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the low 0.613 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The highest value was 0.629 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the lowest was 0.613 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
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.
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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