Guidelines for Choosing a Soy Wax
Soy Wax Benefits
Soy wax is a 100% natural material that comes from a renewable resource - soybeans. Soy wax is classified as a non-toxic and clean-burning fuel source, giving you and your customers peace of mind. Generally denser than paraffin wax, soy wax allows for a longer burn time while still being capable of a great scent throw. The flake form in which soy waxes come makes it very easy to work with. Soy wax is commonly used for container candles and tealights, and with the proper selection, it can also be suitable for making soy wax tarts and other types of candles.
Wax Recommendations for Different Applications
Popular Soy Wax for Container Candles
Popular Soy Wax for Tealights
Golden Wax
Golden Brands' "Golden Wax" soy waxes are a little newer than NatureWax products, however, they have quickly become a favorite among candle-makers. These waxes are used in candles, lotions, lip balms, and many other non-edible uses. We currently carry five Golden Wax soy products, two of which are pure soy container waxes, two of which are enhanced soy container waxes, and one soy wax for tarts and melts.
Pure Soy Wax from Golden Wax
Golden Wax has two pure soy container waxes, which we carry, that contain no additives and are both FDA-approved and Kosher-certified. They blend well with beeswax, paraffin, slack wax, and microcrystalline waxes.
Golden Brands 402 Soy Container Wax
Details: GW402 has a lower melt point which helps with the burn and gives better glass adhesion producing fewer wet spots.
- Type of Wax: Natural Pure Soy Container Wax
- Melt Point: 115ºF - 120ºF
- Max Fragrance: 6 - 8%
- Suggested Pour Temp: 90ºF - 100ºF
- Appearance: Smooth and opaque. Please note that this wax can set up very rough on top so you may need to re-heat it for a smooth finish.
- For Use In: Containers & Tealights
- Suggested Wick Series: ECO Wicks or CD Wicks
- Flash Point: >600ºF
Golden Brands 415 Soy Container Wax
Details: GW415 has a higher melt point which enables it to retain a higher fragrance oil load to give you a stronger scent throw.
- Type of Wax: Natural Pure Soy Container Wax
- Melt Point: 120ºF - 125ºF
- Max Fragrance: 8 - 10%
- Suggested Pour Temp: 90ºF - 100ºF
- Appearance: Smooth and opaque. Please note that this wax can set up very rough on top so you may need to re-heat it for a smooth finish.
- For Use In: Containers & Tealights
- Suggested Wick Series: ECO Wicks or CD Wicks
- Flash Point: >600ºF
Enhanced Soy Wax From Golden Wax
Golden Wax has two enhanced soy container waxes that contain a soy-based additive and are both FDA-approved and Kosher-certified. The additive enables the soy to be poured at hotter temperatures reducing frosting and increasing the fragrance oil load. They blend well with paraffin, slack, wax, and microcrystalline waxes.
Golden Brands 444 Enhanced Soy Container Wax
Details: GW444 has a higher melt point which enables it to retain a higher fragrance oil load to give you a stronger scent throw.
- Type of Wax: Natural Enhanced Soy Container Wax
- Melt Point: 120ºF - 125ºF
- Max Fragrance: 9 - 11%
- Suggested Pour Temp: 125ºF - 145ºF
- Appearance: Smooth and opaque. Please note that this wax can set up very rough on top so you may need to re-heat it for a smooth finish.
- For Use In: Containers & Tealights
- Suggested Wick Series: ECO Wicks or CD Wicks
- Flash Point: >600ºF
Golden Brands 464 Enhanced Soy Container Wax
Details: GW464 has a lower melt point which helps with the burn and gives better glass adhesion producing fewer wet spots.
- Type of Wax: Natural Enhanced Soy Container Wax
- Melt Point: 115ºF - 120ºF
- Max Fragrance: 7 - 9%
- Suggested Pour Temp: 125ºF - 145ºF
- Appearance: Smooth and opaque. Please note that this wax can set up very rough on top so you may need to re-heat it for a smooth finish.
- For Use In: Containers & Tealights
- Suggested Wick Series: ECO Wicks or CD Wicks
- Flash Point: >600ºF
Specialty Blends From Golden Wax
We carry two specialty blends, which include Golden Brands 494 Soy Melt & Tart Wax and 454 Coconut Soy Container Wax. Each wax is formulated for enhanced performance in its specific application, offering excellent results.
Golden Brands 494 Melt & Tart Wax
Details: GW494 is an enhanced soy wax that is specially designed for wax tarts & melts.
- Type of Wax: Natural Enhanced Soy Container Wax
- Melt Point: 125ºF - 135ºF
- Max Fragrance: 5 - 10%
- Suggested Pour Temp: 150ºF - 160ºF
- Appearance: Smooth and opaque. Please note that this wax can set up very rough on top, so you may need to re-heat it for a smooth finish.
- For Use In: Tarts/Melts
- Flash Point: >540ºF
Golden Brands 454 Coconut Soy Container Wax
Details: GW454 provides excellent glass adhesion, reduces frosting, and creates smooth, even tops with a single pour.
- Type of Wax: Natural Coconut Soy Container Wax
- Melt Point: 115ºF - 125ºF
- Max Fragrance: 5 - 10%
- Suggested Pour Temp: 150ºF - 160ºF
- Appearance: Smooth and opaque. This wax tends to set up with a very smooth finish but may need some touching up.
- For Use In: Containers & Tealights
- Suggested Wick Series: ECO Wicks or CD Wicks
- Flash Point: >540ºF
NatureWax
Cargill pairs their impressive performance with unique, responsibly formulated bio-based candle wax solutions. This gives both candlemakers and their customers a premium wax product for premium candle creation and consumption. Soy wax is an adaptable and accessible candle wax for small candle makers and large manufacturers alike.
Soy Wax From NatureWax
Formulated to deliver quality and excellent performance. Superior fragrance-holding qualities produce candles with a pleasing cold throw that attracts consumers and stimulates impulse purchases at the point of sale.
NatureWax C-3 Soy Container Wax
Details: NatureWax C-3 premium soy wax is for container candles and tealights. The single-pour wax also offers excellent adhesion and a smooth finish on top.