1. What is soy candle wax made from?
Soy candle wax is made from hydrogenated soybean oil. Also known as soya wax or soybean wax, it provides a plant-derived base for candle making. Individual formulations may include other ingredients to achieve the properties required for container candles, pillars or wax melts.
2. Why use soy wax instead of paraffin?
Soy wax is a plant-derived alternative to petroleum-based paraffin and is available in formulations for different candle styles. The right choice depends on your ingredients, finish and performance requirements. Burn time, soot and scent throw depend on the complete candle design, including the wick and fragrance, so soy wax should not automatically be described as cleaner-burning or longer-lasting.
3. Which Kerax soy wax is best for containers?
EcoSoya CB-Advanced, EcoSoya CB-135 and KeraSoy Container Wax 4130 are all formulated for container candles. The best choice depends on your vessel, fragrance and production process. Compare each grade’s technical guidance and test your chosen wax with the intended wick and fragrance before production.
4. Can soy wax be blended with other waxes?
Soy wax can be blended with other waxes, but compatibility and performance depend on the ingredients and proportions used. Many commercial grades are already formulated for a specific application and may not need modification. Check the manufacturer’s guidance and test any new blend. Adding beeswax means the finished blend is no longer vegan.
5. Why does soy wax sometimes frost?
Frosting is a pale, crystalline appearance that can develop as soy wax crystallises. Cooling conditions, temperature changes, dyes and storage can influence it. It is generally a cosmetic characteristic rather than evidence of a faulty candle, but the finished formulation still needs performance testing. Follow the selected grade’s processing guidance to help manage its appearance.
6. Is Kerax soy wax vegan and cruelty-free?
EcoSoya states that its waxes contain no animal products and are not tested on animals. For other Kerax soy wax grades, check the individual product information and technical documentation. Vegan status and animal-testing statements should also be checked for any fragrance, colour or other ingredients added to the finished candle.
7. Which soy wax should I use for pillar candles?
KeraSoy Pillar Wax 4120 and EcoSoya PillarBlend are formulated for pillar candle making. Choose a dedicated pillar soy wax for candles that need to release from a mould and retain their shape without a container. EcoSoya PillarBlend is also suitable for votives and wax melts.