Table 2.

Gelator properties.

Natural Waxes	Melting Point (°C)	Acidity Value (mg KOH/g)	Saponification Value (mg KOH/g)	Ester Content (mg KOH/g)
Beeswax	61–65	14–24	82–104	70–80
Candelilla Wax	69–73	12–22	43–63	31–43
Carnauba Wax	80–86	02–07	78–95	71–88