Candles
Candles represent to mankind one of the most ancient and practical illumination forms. A candle excellence depends on the wick nature, but above all on its combustible nature. The candle structure and composition have evolved through the centuries, starting with torches of low combustible material, through beeswax candles, up to the paraffin wax candles that are commonly utilized in our days.
Four different candle types are currently manufactured in Mexico:
- Glass candles.
- Candles manufactured in molding machines.
- Ornamental candles.
- Candles elaborated in layers.
The most suitable wax is selected in accordance with the quality specifications for the candle type to be produced.
Multiceras has forged a wide experience in the formulation, development and manufacturing of waxes for this application, investing in laboratory and process equipment, with the aim of fulfilling the increasing requirements of candle producers.
The knowledge and skills acquired have also led to the development of new additives, which have enabled a significant improvement in the following base wax properties:
- Consistency- hardness or softness.
- Melting point.
- Appearance.
Multiceras works in close collaboration with its customers, in order to develop new effects, appearances and creative formulations, with the aim of fulfilling the needs of the multiple candle users.
Application Table for Candles
Code |
Product |
Application |
Characteristics |
Remarks |
1025 |
Ciriowax |
Ornamental candles |
Opaque-white finishing and great hardness. |
Widely used to produce ornamental candles. Compatible with diverse scents and colors. |
1032 |
Ozokerite 160 |
Candles |
Opaque-white finishing and great hardness. |
Highly appreciated in candle fabrication, for its high melting point. |
1060 |
Mulpax-1060 |
Candles in molding machines |
Product characterized by a great hardness, 10-13 dmm. |
Widely used in candle manufacturing with molding machinery. Depending on its presentation, it is blended with other waxes or additives. |
2001 |
Microcrystalline Wax |
Additive |
It modifies the candle contraction. |
3%-8% in formulation. |
2003 |
Yellow Slack |
Glass candles |
Soft. Good adherence to the container walls. |
Base for hydrolates formulation. |
2022 |
White Microcrystalline Wax |
Additive |
It modifies the candle contraction. |
3%-8% of formulation. |
2085 |
Wick Wax |
Wick lubricant |
It helps to generate a better flame. |
Used by immersion. |
7203 |
Cera Flava
|
Candles |
Pleasant scent during burning. |
It can be used alone or as additive to modify the paraffin wax properties. |
7204 |
Cera Alba
|
Candles |
Pleasant scent during burning. Ivory color. |
It can be used alone or as additive to modify the paraffin wax properties. |
7833 |
Refined Candelilla REAL® |
Wick |
It facilitates the wick burning. |
Used by immersion. |
9022 |
Palmitic Acid |
Candles |
It provides hardness and opacity to the wax. |
5%-20% in formulation. |
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