Having a hard time deciding between paraffin and soy? Get the best of both worlds with IGI's 6006. IGI 6006 is designed to be a single pour container wax when used under favorable conditions. This paraffin/soy blend offers the fragrance throw and easy burning of paraffin, with the appealing look and usability of soy. This blend can hold 1 2/3 oz. of fragrance per pound (10%), and requires no additional additives - just add color and fragrance.
Approximate ratio is 70% paraffin and 30% soy.
Advantages of using IGI 6006:
- Good adhesion to jars under optimal conditions (some containers may require heating prior to pouring the wax)
- High fragrance load - 8% to 10% fragrance loads are possible
- Smooth and creamy look
- Achieve vibrant and dark colors
- Excellent hot and cold throws
- Pre-blended; no additives required
Basic Guidelines:
- Melt point: 133°
- Heat wax to 185° - 195°
- Add dye if desired and mix thoroughly
- Add candle fragrance if desired and mix thoroughly
- Pouring temperatures should typically be around 160° to 180°, though experimentation is recommended to determine optimal pouring temperature
- Allow candles to cool as slow as possible to achieve good jar adhesion and create a smooth finish
- Wait at least 24 hours before burning
- Wick testing is recommended to achieve optimal burning characteristics and will vary with different combinations of wax, fragrance, dye, and container size
* The weight on slabbed wax can vary slightly
PROPERTIES
Wax Type |
Paraffin / Soy Blend |
Pour Temp |
170° (+/-5°)
|
Melt Point |
133°
|
Max Fragrance |
10% or 1.6oz /lb |
Appearance |
Semi Gloss, Opaque |
Oil Content |
.4 |
Applications |
Container / Tealight |
Prop 65 Warning Required |
No |