Paraffin Wax

Paraffin Wax – Versatile & Cost-Effective for Candle Making

Paraffin wax is the most widely used candle wax worldwide, known for its affordability, excellent fragrance retention, and strong color vibrancy. Our fully refined paraffin wax has a melt point of 60–62ºC, making it a versatile choice for various candle-making applications.

Key Benefits

• Cost-Effective & Easy to Work With – A budget-friendly option that holds fragrance and color well
• Customizable Hardness & Performance – Can be modified with:
  • 2–10% stearic acid for added hardness
• Works with Both Colour Tabs & Liquid Candle Dyes – Allowing for flexible color customization
• Top-Up Recommended – Paraffin wax shrinks as it cools, so keeping some wax aside for a second pour ensures a smooth, color-matched finish

Technical Details

• CAS Number: 8002-74-2
• Melt Point: 60–62ºC
• Fragrance Load: Up to 6% recommended
• Candle Volume Return: 100g of wax will yield approximately 109ml of finished candle volume

Helpful Tip for Breaking Large Wax Blocks

💡 Jill’s Trick for Breaking Up 5kg Blocks:
"I placed the plastic bag of wax inside a pillowcase and dropped it from a height onto a concrete path... it shattered easily, so I did it a few more times, and now I have much more manageable chunks of paraffin wax to work with!"

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Perfect for pillar candles, votives, and container candles, Paraffin Wax is a reliable, customizable choice for all levels of candle makers.

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