Wax

Wax is a concentrate obtained from compounds naturally present in cannabis or hemp. Its name comes from its texture, which resembles that of wax. Depending on the manufacturing method, the temperature used and the final composition of the product, its consistency may range from creamy, crumbly, sticky or slightly foamy.

What is wax?

Wax belongs to the concentrate family. It mainly contains cannabinoids and terpenes concentrated from plant material. Its appearance can range from light yellow to dark amber depending on the variety used and the manufacturing process.

The term wax primarily refers to a texture. Two concentrates with a similar composition may be classified differently depending on their final appearance and consistency.

How is wax obtained?

Wax can be produced using different extraction methods. Some use solvents, while others rely on mechanical or thermal processes. The manufacturing parameters have a strong influence on the concentrate’s final texture.

After extraction, various purification, agitation or treatment steps can transform a liquid or viscous extract into a material with a characteristic waxy appearance.

Wax, shatter and rosin

Wax

Wax generally has a soft, creamy or crumbly texture that distinguishes it from other concentrates.

Shatter

Shatter has a more rigid and brittle structure, often compared to a thin sheet of glass or amber.

Rosin

Rosin is obtained through pressure and heat without using solvents. Depending on the production conditions, its texture may sometimes resemble that of certain waxes.

Key points

Wax is a concentrate known for its waxy texture and high concentration of compounds extracted from the plant. The term primarily describes the product’s appearance and consistency rather than a single manufacturing method.