Is the wax on Babybel cheese edible?

“Our wax is composed of fully refined paraffin wax, micro-crystalline wax, and a low percentage of Polyethylene. While we do not recommend eating it, if a person or pet accidentally consumes the wax, there will be no harmful effects.” Challenges have even spawned around eating the wax on a Babybel.Click to see full answer. Also question is, can you eat the red wax on cheese?So long as the cheese coating in question was not made by man alone (like the red wax on Gouda) the rind is safe to eat. Depending on your palate, you may find that a little rind complements the cheese and enhances its flavor. You may also find it too strong, bitter, moldy or textually unpleasant. what happens if you eat the wax on cheese? Eating wax doesnt normally enhance the flavour of the cheese, however it doesnt stick to the gut so shouldnt do you any harm unless you eat lots. If you do each too much it may cause bowel problems and wont move through the gut very well. If you do eat it it wont poison you, but why spoil your cheese. Besides, why do they put babybel cheese in wax? Mini Babybel®’s wax coating forms a protective barrier around the cheese and functions as a crust in all respects. The cellophane wrapper is essential for two reasons. On the other hand, it prevents the wax from sticking when you take the cheese with you, which is essential for single servings.What can I make with babybel cheese wax? Uses include: Fire starter. The oil in the wax will help sustain a flame. Sealing jars and bottles. Let the kids make medievel wax seals. Reuse the wax to coat your own hard cheese or pass onto someone who makes hard cheese at home. Mold it into shapes for fun or to practice drawing objects.