Pharmaceutical and biomedical
Raw material for formulation, development and clinical research.
Bee Venom Supply
Raw material supply
Pure bee venom for pharmaceutical, cosmetic and research use
Horizon Bee Africa produces bee venom (apitoxin) in Kenya through a network of trained partner beekeepers and our own collection technology. Every batch is collected without harming the colony, handled to a standard method, and traceable to the apiary it came from.
Who we supply
A dependable source for industries that rely on bee venom
Cosmetics and skincare
An active ingredient for serums, creams and professional skincare lines.
Research institutions
Documented batches for laboratory and academic studies.
Distributors and traders
Bulk volumes for regional and international distribution.
Product specification
What you receive
Bee venom contains melittin, phospholipase A2, apamin and adolapin, the compounds behind its value in medicine and skincare. We keep them intact through careful collection, drying and cold storage.
Full batch documentation is supplied with every order.
| Product | Bee venom (apitoxin), dried |
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| Origin | Kenya, East Africa |
| Source | Apis mellifera colonies in partner apiaries |
| Main components | Melittin, phospholipase A2, apamin, adolapin |
| Collection | Non-destructive, using our own venom collectors |
| Packaging | Airtight containers, labelled by batch |
| Storage | Frozen at -20°C for long-term storage, up to five years |
| Documentation | Collection location, harvest date, production and quality records per batch |
| Laboratory analysis | [Available on request / to confirm] |
| Supply | Samples, bulk orders and scheduled supply |
Production
From the hive to your facility
One controlled process, used by every partner apiary, so each batch meets the same standard.
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Trained apiaries
Partner beekeepers are trained in our collection method and colony care.
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Collection
Our collectors gather venom on glass plates. The bees are not harmed and keep their stings.
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Drying and harvest
Venom dries on the plates and is harvested under clean, controlled conditions.
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Batch records
Each batch is labelled with its apiary, harvest date and production data.
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Storage and dispatch
Sealed and kept cold until it is packed and shipped to the buyer.
Our technology
Collectors designed and built in Kenya
Imported collectors are too costly for most beekeepers, which has kept bee venom supply small and irregular. We design and manufacture our own: affordable, efficient and safe for the colony.
- More beekeepers can produce, so supply grows steadily
- One collector design means one collection standard
- Local manufacture and repair keep production running
Quality control
Consistency you can build a product on
Standard method
The same collection and handling steps at every partner apiary.
Purity
Clean harvesting and sealed packing keep the venom free of contamination.
Traceability
Every batch traces back to its apiary, harvest date and handling records.
Cold chain
Room temperature short-term, refrigerated mid-term, -20°C long-term.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is bee venom (apitoxin) and what is it used for?
Bee venom, also called apitoxin, is the venom collected from honey bees and dried. Its main components are melittin, phospholipase A2, apamin and adolapin. Buyers use it as a raw material in pharmaceutical and biomedical development, cosmetics and skincare, and laboratory research.
Where does Horizon Bee Africa's bee venom come from?
It is produced in Kenya, East Africa, from Apis mellifera colonies in partner apiaries. Trained partner beekeepers collect it with our own collection technology, and every batch is traceable to the apiary it came from.
How is the venom collected, and does it harm the bees?
Our collectors gather venom on glass plates. The bees are not harmed and keep their stings. The venom dries on the plates and is harvested under clean, controlled conditions.
How is bee venom stored and packed?
It is packed in airtight containers labelled by batch. For long-term storage it is frozen at -20°C for up to five years, and it is kept cold until it is packed and shipped to the buyer.
What documentation comes with each batch?
Each batch is labelled with its apiary, harvest date and production data. Documentation includes the collection location, harvest date, and production and quality records per batch.
Can I order samples or bulk bee venom?
Yes. We supply samples, bulk orders and scheduled long-term supply. Contact us through the Contact page or on WhatsApp +254 798 438 150 and tell us your intended use, quantity and delivery schedule.
How to buy
Supply arranged around your needs
Long-term supply
Scheduled deliveries, distribution agreements and export partnerships.
Discuss an agreement
Questions
Bee venom: common questions
Does Horizon Bee Africa sell bee venom?
Yes. We supply dried bee venom (apitoxin) from Kenya to pharmaceutical, biomedical, cosmetic and research buyers, and to distributors. We offer samples, single or repeat bulk orders, and long-term scheduled supply.
Is the bee venom collected without killing the bees?
Yes. Our collectors gather venom on glass plates. The bees are not harmed and keep their stings, so the colony keeps working after each collection.
How is bee venom stored?
Dried bee venom keeps at room temperature for the short term, refrigerated for the medium term, and frozen at -20°C for long-term storage of up to five years. We pack it in airtight containers labelled by batch.
What documentation comes with a bee venom order?
Every batch is traceable to its apiary. Each order comes with batch records showing the collection location, harvest date, and production and quality records.
Can I get a bee venom sample before ordering in bulk?
Yes. Tell us the intended use and your location, and we will arrange a sample so you can test it in your own laboratory first.
Do you export bee venom outside Kenya?
Yes. We export bee venom. Shipping terms depend on the quantity and the destination country, and are agreed in writing before supply.