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.
South Korea Beeswax Production was 4.07 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 1.9% on 2023. South Korea Beeswax Production from 2015 to 2024 highlights production trends, output fluctuations, beekeeping practices, and insights into the country’s beeswax industry. Beeswax production in South Korea represents the annual output of beeswax obtained from managed honeybee colonies through domestic apiculture activities, measured in thousand tonnes.
South Korea Beeswax Production moved from 3.93 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 4.07 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+3.6%), an average of +0.4% a year. The series high was 4.31 Thousand Tonnes in 2016 and the low 3.45 Thousand Tonnes in 2017.
The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2017) is 0.861 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was −20% in 2017.
Among the 23 countries in this dataset, South Korea ranks 4 for 2024, behind India (24.52 Thousand Tonnes) and Ethiopia (5.93 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 6.3% 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 4.07 | +1.9% |
| 2023 | 3.99 | +1.8% |
| 2022 | 3.92 | +3.2% |
| 2021 | 3.80 | −1.4% |
| 2020 | 3.85 | +1.9% |
| 2019 | 3.78 | +0.5% |
| 2018 | 3.76 | +9.1% |
| 2017 Trough | 3.45 | −20% |
| 2016Peak | 4.31 | +9.8% |
| 2015 | 3.93 | — |
Regional context
Beeswax Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. South Korea 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 an overview of production performance and reflects the contribution of organized beekeeping operations toward national beeswax supply. Between 2015 and 2024, South Korea recorded relatively stable beeswax production with moderate year-to-year variations. Production was 3.92 thousand tonnes in 2015 and reached 4.06 thousand tonnes in 2024, indicating a gradual recovery and steady improvement over the decade. The lowest production level occurred during intermediate years due to fluctuations in colony productivity, environmental conditions, and seasonal impacts. South Korea has a well-established beekeeping sector supported by advanced hive management systems, professional beekeepers, and strong domestic demand for bee-based products. Beeswax output depends on honeybee colony health, hive maintenance activities, availability of floral resources, climate conditions, and disease prevention measures. The indicator includes beeswax produced from domestic apiculture activities and reported under the beeswax product category. It excludes honey production, other bee products, trade activities, consumption levels, processed beeswax products, market prices, and economic contributions generated by related industries. Differences in reported production values may occur due to variations in data collection approaches, estimation techniques, colony population assessments, and seasonal factors. Overall, South Korea’s beeswax production demonstrates a stable and technologically supported apiculture industry, with beeswax continuing to serve as an important natural raw material for cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, candles, food applications, and specialty manufacturing sectors.
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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.
South Korea Beeswax Production was 4.07 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 1.9% on 2023.
South Korea Beeswax Production moved from 3.93 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 4.07 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+3.6%), an average of +0.4% a year. The series high was 4.31 Thousand Tonnes in 2016 and the low 3.45 Thousand Tonnes in 2017.
The highest value was 4.31 Thousand Tonnes in 2016 and the lowest was 3.45 Thousand Tonnes in 2017.
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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