Freezing wax scrapings

[_Brenda_]

Is there a limit to how long you can keep wax scrapings in the freezer, before you melt it?
and once melted, how do you store it?

[danno]

Can I add something to Brenda's question.   If wax from crush and strain is not placed in the freezer can wax moth hatch out of it

[bassman1977]

Is there a limit to how long you can keep wax scrapings in the freezer, before you melt it?

Indefinitely.

once melted, how do you store it?

I just keep mine in a plastic storage box in a cool place.  I've had it in the freezer too, but if you take it out, make sure you open it back up to let the moisture out, otherwise you'll get mildew on it.

If wax from crush and strain is not placed in the freezer can wax moth hatch out of it

I have had it left out for a few days with no problems, but I wouldn't say it's impossible.

[annette]

I never even put my wax cappings into the freezer. I washed them really good in warm water, layed them out on a paper towel overnight and when they were dry, I placed them into a large tupperware. Just kept it stored with my other beekeeping stuff in the barn. It melted up beautifully into this.

[eri]

I have a couple of large blocks of beeswax that must be at least 30 years old. They've been stored any number of places over the years. Now they're in an open garage on a shelf. No damage, just some dirt on the surface. Melted off the dirt on one and used the clean wax for candles.