Cheese Wax for Coating and Aging Cheese
Cheese wax is a protective coating used to preserve and age cheese by preventing moisture loss and contamination while still allowing the cheese to breathe. It is commonly used for aging cheeses like cheddar, gouda, and edam.
Blended Waxes offers high-quality, food-grade cheese wax designed for durability, flexibility, and consistent performance across a wide range of cheese applications.
| Product | Description |
| BW-100F Series | BW-100F Series is a versatile, flexible, non-cracking wax with excellent coating properties that is light in color. |
| BW-100J Series | BW-100J Series is a malleable, forgiving, elastic-like wax with excellent coating properties that is light in color. |
| BW-100K Series | BW-100K Series works in a large variety of applications, including sausage, and on most cheeses. |
| BW-100L Series | BW-100L Series is most economical cheese wax works in a variety of applications, and on most cheeses. |
| FDA Status: All products are in compliance with Federal Regulations 21 CFR-178.3710 and 172.886 | |
| CHEESE WAX PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS | ||||
| BW-100F | BW-100J | BW-100K | BW-100L | |
| Congealing Point (D-938) |
141°F-149°F
60.6°C-65°C |
136°F-143°F
57.8°C-61.7°C |
140°F-148° F
60°C-64.4°C |
138°F-144°F
58.9°C-62.2°C |
| Needle Penetration (D-1321) 0.1 @ 77° F/25° C 0.1 @ 100° F/40° C |
21 – 50
58 – 148 |
37 – 49
125 – 195 |
30 – 55
90 – 140 |
30 – 55
100 – 155 |
| CHEESE WAX COLOR OPTIONS | |
| Clear | Orange |
| Brown | Green |
| Yellow | Red |
| Black | Purple |
| Cheddar | White |
For more information on this product, select the option below:
What Is Cheese Wax?
Cheese wax is specially formulated wax used to coat cheese during the aging process. Unlike standard waxes, it is designed to remain flexible and resist cracking, ensuring a consistent protective seal.
Typically available in red, yellow, or black, it’s FDA-approved for food contact and prevents mold growth, reduces moisture loss, and protects cheese from external contaminants while still allowing proper aging conditions.
At Blended Waxes, our bulk cheese wax blends are crafted for optimal adhesion and flexibility, allowing cheeses to age naturally without losing moisture or flavor.
What Is Cheese Wax Used For?
Cheese wax plays a critical role in both commercial cheese production and small-scale cheesemaking.
It is commonly used for:
- Aging cheese wheels such as cheddar, gouda, and edam
- Preventing mold and bacterial contamination
- Reducing moisture loss during storage
- Protecting cheese during transportation and handling
- Creating a clean, professional appearance
Because of its flexibility and durability, cheese wax helps maintain the integrity of cheese throughout the aging and distribution process.
Looking to improve your cheese aging process? Blended Waxes’ food-grade cheese wax is available in bulk and customizable blends to meet your specific needs. Contact us today to request a quote.
Protect and Age Cheese
Cheese waxes retain the moisture in cheese while it ages, creating a rich, delicious final product. When cheese ages, it becomes prone to mold growth and can harbor harmful microorganisms. Cheese wax offers antimicrobial properties, which protect it from external perpetrators and can help the cheese last for years if done properly.
Without cheese wax, the cheese will be prone to drying out in the air, creating a crumbly, powdery texture that ultimately diminishes its taste and aroma. This fate is especially true for aged cheeses, as the aging process allows enzymes and microbes to develop in the cheese and then drain the moisture. Cheese wax ensures the cheese ages properly by creating the perfect moist conditions. It also amplifies the flavor by keeping those microbes locked in the cheese.
Cheese wax differs from other methods of protecting and aging cheeses, such as vacuum sealing, in that it provides a semi-permeable environment. The cheese can still breathe and create the exchange of gasses needed for the enzymes and microbes to grow while also ensuring it doesn’t become a humidity field that harbors dangerous bacteria.
Cheese Wax Properties and Benefits
Compared to plastic coatings or vacuum sealing, cheese wax offers multiple advantages for cheesemakers and consumers. Here are a few key benefits of choosing wax coatings for aging and packaging your cheese:
Powerful Food Preservation
Helps protect cheese from moisture loss while preventing contamination and spoilage.
Easy to Transport
Covering cheese in a protective wax layer helps it hold its shape and prevents damage during travel.
Flexible and Durable
Designed to resist cracking, ensuring a long-lasting protective coating.
Improved Aromatic Profile
Cheese wax allows an exchange of gasses that perfectly age cheeses. Unlike plastic coatings and vacuum sealing, cheese wax doesn’t completely cut off the air supply. In return, you get a deeper, more flavorful, well-aged cheese that’s perfectly dense and moist.
Easy to Apply
Can be applied through dipping or brushing for consistent coverage.
Clean Removal
Peels away easily when it’s time to cut or consume the cheese.
Whether you’re a small creamery or a large-scale manufacturer, using Blended Waxes cheese wax ensures that your cheeses maintain the perfect texture and taste throughout aging, packaging, and transportation. Contact us today for bulk orders or private-label solutions.
Where to Buy Cheese Wax
Choosing the right cheese wax supplier makes all the difference in the quality and shelf life of your cheese.
Not all cheese wax is created equal. High-quality, food-grade cheese wax from Blended Waxes keeps your cheeses moist and fresh. It protects your products from issues like moisture bubbles, sogginess and cracks in the wax. Compared to methods like vacuum sealing, cheese wax doesn’t draw moisture out and won’t let harmful bacteria enter.
Ensure that you purchase cheese wax from a reputable company that’s FDA-registered and certified. Check that the coloring consists of only food-grade pigments, as even though people don’t eat the wax, it should still be safe to consume. </span >
Blended Waxes cheese waxes are specifically designed to coat cheese. Here are some of the benefits you can expect from our cheese waxes:
- Prevents unwanted mold growth
- Made in the USA
- FDA registered
- Retains moisture to reduce cracking
- Colored with FDA-approved pigments
- Various cheese wax formulations and customization options
- Competitive pricing
All our cheese waxes are domestically manufactured in Wisconsin. We’re ISO 9001:2015 certified, so our quality processes are stringent and traceable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cheese Wax
What is cheese wax made of?
Cheese wax is typically made from a blend of paraffin and microcrystalline waxes, designed for flexibility and durability in food applications.
Is cheese wax food safe?
Yes, food-grade cheese wax is safe for use in food applications and complies with FDA regulations.
Can you eat cheese wax?
Cheese wax is not meant to be eaten, but it is safe for contact with food and can be easily removed before consumption.
What is the best wax for aging cheese?
The best wax is one that is flexible, resistant to cracking, and capable of maintaining proper moisture levels during aging.
Why is cheese coated in wax?
Wax protects cheese from contamination, reduces moisture loss, and helps control the aging environment.
Find the Wax Blend That Meets Your Needs With Blended Waxes
Whether you’re looking for versatile,non-cracking cheese wax or paper or packing and corrugated wax, Blended Waxes can craft custom blends to meet your business’s needs for bulk cheese manufacturing. With more than 45 years of experience crafting quality wax solutions, we can’t wait to help you find exactly what you’re looking for.
We can also assist you with private-label manufacturing, lab testing, bulk storage and in-house blending so you can focus on the final product. If you have any questions or queries, feel free to contact us and we’ll respond shortly.
| CHEESE WAX PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS | ||||
| BW-100F | BW-100J | BW-100K | BW-100L | |
| Congealing Point (D-938) |
141°F-149°F
60.6°C-65°C |
136°F-143°F
57.8°C-61.7°C |
140°F-148° F
60°C-64.4°C |
138°F-144°F
58.9°C-62.2°C |
| Needle Penetration (D-1321) 0.1 @ 77° F/25° C 0.1 @ 100° F/40° C |
21 – 50
58 – 148 |
37 – 49
125 – 195 |
30 – 55
90 – 140 |
30 – 55
100 – 155 |
| CHEESE WAX COLOR OPTIONS | |
| Clear | Orange |
| Brown | Green |
| Yellow | Red |
| Black | Purple |
| Cheddar | White |
For more information on this product, select the option below:
What Is Cheese Wax?
Cheese wax is specially formulated wax used to coat cheese during the aging process. Unlike standard waxes, it is designed to remain flexible and resist cracking, ensuring a consistent protective seal.
Typically available in red, yellow, or black, it’s FDA-approved for food contact and prevents mold growth, reduces moisture loss, and protects cheese from external contaminants while still allowing proper aging conditions.
At Blended Waxes, our bulk cheese wax blends are crafted for optimal adhesion and flexibility, allowing cheeses to age naturally without losing moisture or flavor.
What Is Cheese Wax Used For?
Cheese wax plays a critical role in both commercial cheese production and small-scale cheesemaking.
It is commonly used for:
- Aging cheese wheels such as cheddar, gouda, and edam
- Preventing mold and bacterial contamination
- Reducing moisture loss during storage
- Protecting cheese during transportation and handling
- Creating a clean, professional appearance
Because of its flexibility and durability, cheese wax helps maintain the integrity of cheese throughout the aging and distribution process.
Looking to improve your cheese aging process? Blended Waxes’ food-grade cheese wax is available in bulk and customizable blends to meet your specific needs. Contact us today to request a quote.
Protect and Age Cheese
Cheese waxes retain the moisture in cheese while it ages, creating a rich, delicious final product. When cheese ages, it becomes prone to mold growth and can harbor harmful microorganisms. Cheese wax offers antimicrobial properties, which protect it from external perpetrators and can help the cheese last for years if done properly.
Without cheese wax, the cheese will be prone to drying out in the air, creating a crumbly, powdery texture that ultimately diminishes its taste and aroma. This fate is especially true for aged cheeses, as the aging process allows enzymes and microbes to develop in the cheese and then drain the moisture. Cheese wax ensures the cheese ages properly by creating the perfect moist conditions. It also amplifies the flavor by keeping those microbes locked in the cheese.
Cheese wax differs from other methods of protecting and aging cheeses, such as vacuum sealing, in that it provides a semi-permeable environment. The cheese can still breathe and create the exchange of gasses needed for the enzymes and microbes to grow while also ensuring it doesn’t become a humidity field that harbors dangerous bacteria.
Cheese Wax Properties and Benefits
Compared to plastic coatings or vacuum sealing, cheese wax offers multiple advantages for cheesemakers and consumers. Here are a few key benefits of choosing wax coatings for aging and packaging your cheese:
Powerful Food Preservation
Helps protect cheese from moisture loss while preventing contamination and spoilage.
Easy to Transport
Covering cheese in a protective wax layer helps it hold its shape and prevents damage during travel.
Flexible and Durable
Designed to resist cracking, ensuring a long-lasting protective coating.
Improved Aromatic Profile
Cheese wax allows an exchange of gasses that perfectly age cheeses. Unlike plastic coatings and vacuum sealing, cheese wax doesn’t completely cut off the air supply. In return, you get a deeper, more flavorful, well-aged cheese that’s perfectly dense and moist.
Easy to Apply
Can be applied through dipping or brushing for consistent coverage.
Clean Removal
Peels away easily when it’s time to cut or consume the cheese.
Whether you’re a small creamery or a large-scale manufacturer, using Blended Waxes cheese wax ensures that your cheeses maintain the perfect texture and taste throughout aging, packaging, and transportation. Contact us today for bulk orders or private-label solutions.
Where to Buy Cheese Wax
Choosing the right cheese wax supplier makes all the difference in the quality and shelf life of your cheese.
Not all cheese wax is created equal. High-quality, food-grade cheese wax from Blended Waxes keeps your cheeses moist and fresh. It protects your products from issues like moisture bubbles, sogginess and cracks in the wax. Compared to methods like vacuum sealing, cheese wax doesn’t draw moisture out and won’t let harmful bacteria enter.
Ensure that you purchase cheese wax from a reputable company that’s FDA-registered and certified. Check that the coloring consists of only food-grade pigments, as even though people don’t eat the wax, it should still be safe to consume. </span >
Blended Waxes cheese waxes are specifically designed to coat cheese. Here are some of the benefits you can expect from our cheese waxes:
- Prevents unwanted mold growth
- Made in the USA
- FDA registered
- Retains moisture to reduce cracking
- Colored with FDA-approved pigments
- Various cheese wax formulations and customization options
- Competitive pricing
All our cheese waxes are domestically manufactured in Wisconsin. We’re ISO 9001:2015 certified, so our quality processes are stringent and traceable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cheese Wax
What is cheese wax made of?
Cheese wax is typically made from a blend of paraffin and microcrystalline waxes, designed for flexibility and durability in food applications.
Is cheese wax food safe?
Yes, food-grade cheese wax is safe for use in food applications and complies with FDA regulations.
Can you eat cheese wax?
Cheese wax is not meant to be eaten, but it is safe for contact with food and can be easily removed before consumption.
What is the best wax for aging cheese?
The best wax is one that is flexible, resistant to cracking, and capable of maintaining proper moisture levels during aging.
Why is cheese coated in wax?
Wax protects cheese from contamination, reduces moisture loss, and helps control the aging environment.
Find the Wax Blend That Meets Your Needs With Blended Waxes
Whether you’re looking for versatile,non-cracking cheese wax or paper or packing and corrugated wax, Blended Waxes can craft custom blends to meet your business’s needs for bulk cheese manufacturing. With more than 45 years of experience crafting quality wax solutions, we can’t wait to help you find exactly what you’re looking for.
We can also assist you with private-label manufacturing, lab testing, bulk storage and in-house blending so you can focus on the final product. If you have any questions or queries, feel free to contact us and we’ll respond shortly.