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Koster Keunen is the worlds leader in beeswax. We believe in taking care of bees and beekeepers around the world, and have commited to sustainablity in this field.
Our program aims to improve the lives of beekeepers, farmers and the quality of their product.
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About Koster Keunen
Founded in 1852, Koster Keunen is the world’s leader in natural waxes and wax technology. We specialize in the development, processing, and manufacturing of quality ingredients at each of our production sites. Our technological strengths include extensive knowledge of waxes, emulsifiers, esters and their derivatives. We dedicate ourselves to innovation, ethical sourcing, transparency and sustainability.
Our ingredient portfolio includes beeswax and natural waxes from around the world, esters, thickeners, emulsifiers and specialties designed to help formulators innovate and solve problems.
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Up Coming Events
California Suppliers Day
October 13-14th 2021
Long Beach Convention Center
An important North American event, Koster Keunen is pleased to be at this show alongside other cosmetics and personal care industry leaders. Koster Keunen will be showcasing new innovations, ingredients and supporting technical questions in personal care.
Booth # TBD
New York Suppliers Day
November 10-11th 2021
Jacob Javits Center, New York City An important North American event, Koster Keunen is pleased to be at this show alongside other cosmetics and personal care industry leaders. Koster Keunen will be showcasing new innovations, ingredients and supporting technical questions in personal care. Booth # TBD
Read Our Blog/Newsletters
Versatile Opacity is the Name of the Game with Kester Wax K-48
Personal care products have utilized materials that exfoliate the skin, leaving skin refreshed and glowing. Since the 1970s the most popular exfoliating materials were microbeads made of plastic.
The Secret to Formulating the Waterless Trend
There is no question that the trend this year in cosmetics and personal care products is waterless formulations. Waterless products are more portable than dilutions, and consumers appreciate the potential for less packaging. The secret to formulating these systems is structure and stability.
Spring, Sunshine, and a Burst of New Natural Emulsifiers
Koster Keunen’s Kostol NaturMuls and Kostol Natural E emulsifiers are sustainable, natural O/W emulsifiers with highly beneficial formulation properties.
Versatile Opacity is the Name of the Game with Kester Wax K-48
Personal care products have utilized materials that exfoliate the skin, leaving skin refreshed and glowing. Since the 1970s the most popular exfoliating materials were microbeads made of plastic.
The Secret to Formulating the Waterless Trend
There is no question that the trend this year in cosmetics and personal care products is waterless formulations. Waterless products are more portable than dilutions, and consumers appreciate the potential for less packaging. The secret to formulating these systems is structure and stability.
