A series of high molecular mass pentacyclic terpenoid wax esters (TTFAE) we
re characterized for the first time in hexane extracts of Brazilian propoli
s (Carangola, Minas Gerais State). Identification was by HT-HRGC (High Temp
erature High Resolution Gas Chromatography) and HT-HRGC coupled to mass spe
ctrometry (HT-HRGC-MS).