Waxes
Description
Waxes are esters of (Long-Chain) Fatty Acids (e.g. Myristic Acid) and Long Chain Monohydric Alcohols. Chemically, Waxes are classified as Simple Lipids from the Saponifiable Group of Lipids.
Types of Waxes
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