(i) Wax acts as a water resistant layer on the stem, leaves, fruits and flowers of plants.
(ii) Wax acts as a preservative in plant organs.
(iii) Candles are made from wax.
(iv) It is used in cosmetic industry.
(v) Waxy feathers and feathers are water resistant.
(vi) Reduces waxy sensation on leaves and young stems.
(vii) Cutin and suberin coat are formed in the cell wall. Cutin and suberin are waxy substances.
(viii) It is used in fruit preservation.