Kerawax 4600 Paraffin Blend Candle Wax
Kerawax 4600 is a high-quality paraffin blend candle wax ideal for a wide range of candle applications including pillars, votives, tea lights, wax melts, tarts and tapers. It is designed to deliver consistent performance, a smooth finish and excellent compatibility with fragrance oils and dyes.
This wax provides a high-gloss, luxury finish without the risk of frosting or blooming often seen in natural waxes. It offers excellent scent throw and clean burning characteristics, making it a great choice for creating professional, high-end candles.
Kerawax 4600 does not require additional additives, allowing for simple and consistent formulations. It also offers excellent shrinkage properties, enabling easy mould release and making it ideal for pillar and moulded candle designs.
Why choose Kerawax 4600
Paraffin blend wax suitable for multiple candle types
High-gloss smooth finish for luxury candles
Excellent hot and cold scent throw
No frosting or blooming
Compatible with fragrance oils dyes and colourants
No additives required
Excellent mould release due to shrinkage properties
Recommended usage guidelines
Melting temperature 60 to 70°C
Fragrance addition as close to pour temperature as possible
Pouring temperature 70 to 80°C
Recommended fragrance load up to 12 percent always test
These are guideline temperatures only results may vary depending on fragrance oil dye mould or container type and environment
Colour
Suitable for powder dyes liquid dyes chips blocks and other oil soluble colourants
Add colour during melting and mix thoroughly until fully dispersed
Fragrance
Suitable for a wide range of fragrance oils
Can hold fragrance up to 12 percent
Add fragrance close to pouring temperature for best results
Always test as performance may vary depending on oil used
Wicking
Wick choice will vary depending on fragrance colour and candle size
Too large may cause soot and fast burn
Too small may cause tunnelling
Always test to achieve a clean even burn
Pouring and cooling
Typically requires two to three pours for pillar candles
Designed to self release from moulds
Allow candles to cool undisturbed at room temperature
Cure for at least 48 hours before test burning
Melting and equipment
Avoid overheating for extended periods
Stainless steel equipment is recommended for best results
Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from direct heat sunlight and moisture
Product information
Wax type Paraffin blend candle wax
Brand Kerax
Grade Kerawax 4600
Important information
Please review the Technical Data Sheet and Safety Data Sheet in the downloads section for full product guidance and safety information
Always carry out your own testing as results will vary depending on fragrance oil dye wick and environment
Disclaimer
This raw material is supplied for candle making use Performance will vary depending on recipe additives fragrance load wick selection container or mould type and environmental conditions Always test before manufacturing at scale or selling finished products
