Broadly stable
Pakistan Beeswax Production moved from 0.467 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 0.463 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−0.7%), an average of −0.1% a year. The series high was 0.484 Thousand Tonnes in 2016 and the low 0.461 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
What Pakistan Beeswax Production shows
Pakistan Beeswax Production was 0.463 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 0.2% on 2023. Pakistan Beeswax Production from 2015 to 2024 highlights production trends, output volumes, beekeeping activities, and insights into the country’s beeswax industry. Pakistan’s beeswax production represents the annual quantity of beeswax harvested from managed honeybee colonies through apiculture activities, measured in tonnes.
A 4.9% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2020) is 0.0237 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +3.8% in 2016.
Ranks 16 of 23 countries covered
Among the 23 countries in this dataset, Pakistan ranks 16 for 2024, behind India (24.52 Thousand Tonnes) and Ethiopia (5.93 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0.7% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
Pakistan 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0.463 | −0.2% |
| 2023 | 0.464 | −0.2% |
| 2022 | 0.465 | −0.5% |
| 2021 | 0.467 | +1.4% |
| 2020 Trough | 0.461 | −1.3% |
| 2019 | 0.467 | −1.3% |
| 2018 | 0.473 | −1.5% |
| 2017 | 0.480 | −0.9% |
| 2016Peak | 0.484 | +3.8% |
| 2015 | 0.467 | — |
Regional context
How Pakistan compares in Asia
Beeswax Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Pakistan is highlighted.
1India24.52
2South Korea4.07
3Turkey3.32
4Pakistan0.463
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 the contribution of commercial and traditional beekeeping practices to national beeswax output. During the period from 2015 to 2024, Pakistan maintained a relatively stable beeswax production trend, with annual output remaining within the range of approximately 460–484 tonnes. Production increased from 466.87 tonnes in 2015 to 484.39 tonnes in 2016 before gradually declining and reaching 463.44 tonnes in 2024. The overall pattern indicates consistency in production levels, supported by continued beekeeping activities and the availability of suitable ecological conditions for honeybee colonies. Pakistan’s diverse landscapes, including agricultural regions, mountainous areas, and natural vegetation zones, provide favorable environments for apiculture development. Beeswax production is influenced by factors such as colony population, hive management techniques, seasonal flowering cycles, climatic conditions, and disease control practices. The indicator includes beeswax produced from domestic apiculture operations and covers output reported under the beeswax product classification. It excludes honey production, other bee products, imports, exports, consumption patterns, processing volumes, market prices, and economic valuation of beeswax-related activities. Differences in reported values may occur due to variations in agricultural reporting systems, estimation methods, beekeeping surveys, and seasonal changes affecting bee productivity. Overall, Pakistan’s beeswax production reflects a stable apiculture sector with potential growth opportunities through improved beekeeping technologies, enhanced colony management, and increased commercialization of natural bee products. Beeswax continues to support industries such as cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, candle manufacturing, food coatings, and traditional applications.
- Indicator
- Beeswax Production
- Country
- Pakistan
- Region
- Asia
- 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 Pakistan 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 Pakistan Beeswax Production in 2024?
Pakistan Beeswax Production was 0.463 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 0.2% on 2023.
How has Pakistan Beeswax Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
Pakistan Beeswax Production moved from 0.467 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 0.463 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−0.7%), an average of −0.1% a year. The series high was 0.484 Thousand Tonnes in 2016 and the low 0.461 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
Which year had the highest and lowest Pakistan Beeswax Production?
The highest value was 0.484 Thousand Tonnes in 2016 and the lowest was 0.461 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
What does the Pakistan 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 Pakistan 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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