How many pieces of fruit can one pound of wax theoretically coat according to industry information?

As many as 160,000 pieces of fruit

Industry data presented regarding the application volume highlights the extreme efficiency and thinness of the applied coatings. It is suggested that only a minimal amount, roughly just a few drops, is required to coat an individual apple adequately. When scaled up to mass production, this efficiency translates dramatically: theoretically, a single pound of the applied wax is sufficient to cover a massive quantity of fruit, estimated to be as high as 160,000 individual pieces. This large figure often contrasts sharply with consumer perception, where the visible shine might suggest a much thicker, more substantial layer is present on each piece of fruit.