(i) Wax is colorless and odorless.
(ii) Waxes are insoluble in water, but soluble in organic solvents.
(iii) It is chemically inert.
(iv) Wax remains solid at normal temperature.
(v) It contains saturated fatty acids.
(vi) It is water repellent.
(vii) Its melting point is higher than fat.