Japan wax

English Etymology From the location (Japan) where this waxy substance was first refined and used. Noun ~ A yellowish fat obtained by refining the protective coat from the berries of various Asian sumacs of the genus Toxicodendron genus. en sumac wax en 1899 June Merck Report Japan Wax as a Substitute of Beeswax in Ointments and Cerates Robert C. Purcell 8 257 Of recent years Japan wax is an important article of commerce, and it was while examining a lot of several carloads some time ago that the though occurred to me why cannot it be used pharmaceutically? en 1963 Natural & synthetic waxes Harry Bennett 146 There are many grades of genuine Japan waxes available which are distinguished by brand names. en 2011 The Complete Technology Book on Wax and Polishes NIIR Board of Consultants & Engineers 51 Japan wax is compatible with beeswax, cocoa butter, and glycerides.