Working with soy wax Kerax KeraSoy Pillar 4120
Soy wax for pillar candles Kerax KeraSoy Pillar 4120 – 100% natural product from soy wax. Suitable for pillar candles. Suitable for further mixing with fragrance oils and colorants, does not require additives, except for fragrance oil and colorant needed by candle manufacturers.
75-85°C
75°C
55-65°C
55-65°C
Instructions for working with KeraSoy Pillar 4120 wax from the manufacturer's specifications
Heat the wax to a temperature of 75-85°C. High temporary temperatures (up to 90°C) do not cause adverse effects as long as the wax cools quickly. Higher temperatures may cause the wax to become discolored.
Most colorants work with KeraSoy Pillar; powder, liquid, tablets, blocks, etc. When using powdered colorants, heat the wax to approximately 75°C, add the colorant and mix until dissolved. Fragrance oil should be added and mixed directly before pouring if needed. The temperature of adding fragrance oil should be within 55-65°C. It is recommended to use between 6% and 10% fragrance oil of the total wax weight. Larger amounts may cause problems with candle burning.
Better release from molds can be achieved by pouring at a temperature of about 55-65°C, although this will depend on the size and shape of the candle being made. If you have difficulties with the pouring temperature, try reducing or increasing the temperature in steps of 5–10°C.
Natural waxes usually require a larger wick size than traditional paraffin waxes. A too large wick can cause tunneling, accelerated burn time and seepage (wax leaking through the sides of the candle). A too small wick causes tunneling and produces less flame.
Consider preheating the molds before pouring to improve release properties. The ideal preheating temperature for molds is approximately 45-50°C.
Cool the candles at room temperature (around 25°C). Candles should be left undisturbed for 48 hours before a test burn.