Total wax needed for batch
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Wax per candle: — · Fragrance oil per candle: —
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Fragrance oil weight is typically calculated as a percentage of the wax weight — not the total poured volume — and is added on top of that wax weight.
6–10% is a common safe starting range for soy wax, but the right load can vary by wax type, wick, and the specific fragrance oil.
Every fragrance oil has its own IFRA (International Fragrance Association) maximum usage rate, which can be well below 12% for some scents. Always check the fragrance oil supplier's IFRA certificate or datasheet for the specific oil you're using — exceeding it isn't just a performance issue, it can be a safety issue for certain fragrance compounds.