Soy Wax Flakes for Container Candles and Tealights with a Low Melt Point and Smooth Creamy Finish
Soy wax flakes give container candles and tealights a smooth, creamy appearance. Golden Brands 464 is a blended natural soy wax whose lower melt point helps it adhere to glass, reducing the appearance of wet spots in container candles.
The blend contains a soy-based additive that allows hotter pouring temperatures and helps reduce frosting. Select the 10 lb pack for smaller batches or the 45 lb pack for larger candle-making projects.
Features
- Flake form for container candle and tealight making
- Lower melt point helps improve glass adhesion and reduce wet spots
- Soy-based additive supports hotter pouring temperatures and reduced frosting
- Can be blended with paraffin, slack wax and microcrystalline waxes
Specifications
- Wax type: Blended natural soy wax flakes
- Appearance: Smooth and creamy
- Melt point: 113–119°F
- Pouring temperature: 125–145°F
- Fragrance load guidance: 5–10%; potentially up to 12%, depending on the formulation
- Intended uses: Container candles and tealights
- Pack weights: 10 lb or 45 lb
- Flake appearance note: Visible condensate may occur due to temperature variations during flaking
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of candles can I make with this soy wax?
This blended soy wax is intended for container candles and tealights. Its lower melt point helps the wax adhere to glass for a cleaner-looking container finish.
What temperature should I pour this wax at?
Pour this soy wax at 125–145°F. Its melt point is 113–119°F, which is a separate temperature range from the recommended pouring range.
How much fragrance oil can I use?
The fragrance load guidance for this soy wax is 5–10%, with a possible increase to 12% depending on the formulation. Test your wax and fragrance combination before committing to a full batch.
Which pack size should I choose?
Choose the 10 lb pack for smaller candle-making batches or the 45 lb pack when you need more wax for larger projects. Both selections are the same 464 soy wax blend.
Why might the wax flakes have visible moisture?
Visible condensate can occur on these wax flakes because of temperature variations during the flaking process.