Candle waxes

Rapeseed Wax 100% 1 kg

Name: Rapeseed Wax 100% 1 kg
Brand: Handymade
SKU: SV050_1
Price: 9.44 EUR
Availability: InStock

Pack size1 kg5 kg

Rapeseed wax 9562 Pillar is a wax for casting free-standing candles in moulds. Once set, the candle keeps its shape, can be removed from the mould and burns without a container. full description

AvailabilityIn stock · 52 packs

Product codeSV050_1

Batch22092025

€9.44incl. VAT€9.44/kg

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Product description

Rapeseed wax 9562 Pillar is a wax for casting free-standing candles in moulds. Once set, the candle keeps its shape, can be removed from the mould and burns without a container. The base of the raw material is hydrogenated rapeseed oil. Hydrogenation turns the liquid oil into a solid wax, which is worked in a similar way to other candle waxes.

It is sold by the kilogram, so you can order the amount that suits the size of your production, from a test batch to a larger one.

What candles it is suitable for

Pillar candles – classic free-standing candles cast in cylindrical moulds of various diameters.
Candles from shaped moulds – blocks, cones or decorative shapes that must hold their shape without a container.
Scented candles – with a fragrance oil intended for candles, used at the rate recommended for the particular oil.
Coloured candles – with dyes intended for candles.

This wax is not intended for container candles in jars, tins or ceramics. For those, use waxes prepared specifically for this type of candle.

How to work with the wax

Melt the wax gradually in a water bath or in a wax melting pot with temperature control. Monitor the temperature with a thermometer throughout the melting and just before pouring.

Stir the dye into the melted wax first, then the fragrance oil. Mix both thoroughly so that they are dispersed throughout the whole volume. The fragrance amount follows the recommendation for the particular fragrance oil. We do not state the maximum amount of fragrance that this wax can hold.

We do not state an exact pouring temperature for this wax. Fine-tune it on one or two test candles and note at which temperature the surface and appearance of the candle turned out the way you wanted.

The mould must be clean and dry before pouring, with the wick centred. The wax shrinks in volume as it sets, so with thicker candles a dip may form around the wick. Once the wax has partially set, top it up with a small amount of melted wax. Remove the candle from the mould only after it has cooled completely.

Do not melt the wax over an open flame or leave it unattended. Melted wax is hot and may smoke if overheated, so heat it gradually and use a thermometer.

Choosing a wick and the burn test

The wick is chosen according to the diameter of the candle, the amount of fragrance and the colour. The same wick may behave differently in a scented candle than in an unscented one. Before making a larger batch, we therefore recommend a burn test: the wax should melt evenly across the whole width, the flame should not be too high and the wick should not smoke.

For the burn test, let the candle burn for at least 2–3 hours at a time and record the results. Repeat the test whenever you change the fragrance oil, the dye or the diameter of the mould.

Frequently asked questions

Is rapeseed wax 9562 Pillar suitable for container candles?

No, rapeseed wax 9562 Pillar is intended for free-standing candles cast in moulds. Once set, it holds its shape and can be removed from the mould, which is unnecessary for a container candle. For candles in jars, tins or ceramics, use waxes prepared specifically for filling into containers.

How much fragrance oil should I add to rapeseed wax 9562 Pillar?

The fragrance usage rate for rapeseed wax 9562 Pillar follows the recommendation for the particular fragrance oil; we do not state a maximum amount for this wax. The fragrance oil is stirred into the melted wax and mixed until it is dispersed throughout the whole volume. Check the chosen amount with a test candle and a burn test.

How do I melt rapeseed wax 9562 Pillar?

Rapeseed wax 9562 Pillar is melted gradually in a water bath or in a wax melting pot with temperature control, never directly over an open flame. Monitor the temperature with a thermometer during melting. Once melted, add the dye and fragrance oil, mix, and pour into a clean, dry mould with a centred wick.

Which wick should I choose for a candle made from rapeseed wax 9562 Pillar?

The wick for a candle made from rapeseed wax 9562 Pillar is chosen according to the diameter of the candle, the amount of fragrance oil and the colour. Check the right size with a burn test. The wax should melt evenly across the whole width of the candle, the flame should not be too high and the wick should not smoke.

Why does a dip form around the wick of a free-standing candle?

The dip around the wick forms because the wax shrinks in volume as it sets, and with thicker free-standing candles this is a common occurrence. It is corrected by topping up with a small amount of melted wax once the candle has partially set. Once fully cooled, the candle comes out of the mould with a level surface.