{"product_id":"golden-wax-464-soy-container-wax","title":"Golden Wax 464 Soy Wax for Container Candle Making","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-page\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cstyle\u003e\n    .bb-product-page {\n      font-family: inherit;\n      color: #333;\n      line-height: 1.65;\n      max-width: 980px;\n      margin: 0 auto;\n    }\n\n    .bb-intro {\n      margin-bottom: 24px;\n      font-size: 15px;\n      color: #444;\n    }\n\n    .bb-highlight {\n      background: #f8f6f2;\n      border: 1px solid #e6e0d8;\n      border-radius: 14px;\n      padding: 18px 20px;\n      margin: 20px 0 28px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-highlight h3 {\n      margin: 0 0 10px;\n      font-size: 18px;\n      color: #2f5f73;\n      letter-spacing: 0.2px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-highlight ul {\n      margin: 0;\n      padding-left: 20px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-highlight li {\n      margin: 4px 0;\n    }\n\n    .bb-property-card {\n      background: #ffffff;\n      border: 1px solid #e7e7e7;\n      border-radius: 18px;\n      padding: 24px;\n      margin: 28px 0;\n      box-shadow: 0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.06);\n      max-width: 520px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-property-card h3 {\n      margin: 0 0 18px;\n      font-size: 19px;\n      color: #333;\n    }\n\n    .bb-row {\n      display: flex;\n      justify-content: space-between;\n      gap: 18px;\n      border-bottom: 1px solid #eeeeee;\n      padding: 10px 0;\n      font-size: 14px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-row:last-child {\n      border-bottom: none;\n    }\n\n    .bb-label {\n      font-weight: 600;\n      color: #333;\n    }\n\n    .bb-value {\n      color: #6f7478;\n      text-align: right;\n    }\n\n    .bb-accordion {\n      border-top: 1px solid #2f5f73;\n      margin-top: 30px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-accordion details {\n      border-bottom: 1px solid #2f5f73;\n      padding: 0;\n    }\n\n    .bb-accordion summary {\n      cursor: pointer;\n      list-style: none;\n      font-size: 20px;\n      font-weight: 600;\n      color: #2f5f73;\n      padding: 17px 0;\n      position: relative;\n    }\n\n    .bb-accordion summary::-webkit-details-marker {\n      display: none;\n    }\n\n    .bb-accordion summary::after {\n      content: \"+\";\n      position: absolute;\n      right: 6px;\n      top: 50%;\n      transform: translateY(-50%);\n      font-size: 28px;\n      font-weight: 300;\n      color: #2f5f73;\n    }\n\n    .bb-accordion details[open] summary::after {\n      content: \"–\";\n    }\n\n    .bb-panel {\n      padding: 0 0 20px;\n      font-size: 15px;\n      color: #444;\n    }\n\n    .bb-panel ul,\n    .bb-panel ol {\n      margin-top: 8px;\n      padding-left: 22px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-panel li {\n      margin: 5px 0;\n    }\n\n    .bb-note {\n      background: #fafafa;\n      border-left: 4px solid #2f5f73;\n      padding: 12px 14px;\n      margin-top: 12px;\n      font-size: 14px;\n      color: #555;\n    }\n\n    @media (max-width: 640px) {\n      .bb-row {\n        display: block;\n      }\n\n      .bb-value {\n        display: block;\n        text-align: left;\n        margin-top: 2px;\n      }\n\n      .bb-property-card {\n        max-width: 100%;\n      }\n\n      .bb-accordion summary {\n        font-size: 18px;\n        padding-right: 34px;\n      }\n    }\n  \u003c\/style\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-intro\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eGB 464 Soy Container Wax\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic soy container wax made for jars, tins, and small-batch candle making. It has a lower melt point than 444, which helps with jar adhesion, smoother burning, and fewer wet spots when properly tested.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-highlight\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eGlass jar candles\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCandle tins and tealights\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eSmall-batch soy candle making\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMakers who want better container adhesion\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-property-card\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eWax Properties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eWax Type\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eSoy Container Wax\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eJars, Tins, Tealights\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eForm\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eFlakes\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eCreamy White \/ Off-White\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eMelt Point\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003e115–120°F\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003ePour Temp\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003e125–145°F\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eFragrance Load\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003e7–9%\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eWick Series\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eCD \/ ECO Starting Points\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eSkill Level\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eBeginner Friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eTesting Required\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-accordion\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails open\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eDescription\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          GB 464 Soy Container Wax is designed for container candles such as glass jars, tins, and tealights. It is one of the most popular soy waxes for makers who want easy handling, good adhesion, and a soft creamy candle finish.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Compared with higher-melt soy container waxes, 464 is slightly softer and can help reduce wet spots in jars. Final results still depend on your fragrance oil, wick, vessel, dye, room temperature, and cure time.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eKey Features\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eMade for container candles\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eGood choice for jars, tins, and tealights\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eLower melt point for better jar adhesion\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eHelps reduce wet spots when properly tested\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCreamy off-white soy wax flakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eGood everyday wax for scented soy candles\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003col\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eMelt wax until fully liquid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAdd fragrance oil at your tested fragrance-add temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eStir slowly and evenly for about 1–2 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003ePour into a prepared jar, tin, or tealight cup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAllow the candle to cool slowly and cure before burn testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bb-note\"\u003e\n          Suggested starting point: melt around 170–185°F, add fragrance around 170–185°F, and test pouring around 125–145°F. Adjust based on your vessel, fragrance oil, and room temperature.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eFragrance \u0026amp; Wick Testing\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          A common fragrance load range for GB 464 is 7–9%. Using more fragrance oil does not always create a stronger candle. Too much oil can cause sweating, poor burn quality, weak hot throw, or surface issues.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          CD and ECO wick series are common starting points for soy container candles, but wick size must be tested with your exact jar, fragrance oil, dye, and fragrance load.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bb-note\"\u003e\n          Do not copy another maker’s wick size blindly. Same wax does not mean same wick. Jar diameter, fragrance oil, dye, and cure time can change the burn.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eTroubleshooting\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Soy wax can show frosting, rough tops, wet spots, sinkholes, or minor surface variation. These are common candle-making issues and do not always mean the wax is defective.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWet spots:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm jars slightly and avoid rapid cooling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRough tops:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjust pour temperature or cooling conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrosting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduce temperature swings and cool candles slowly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeak scent throw:\u003c\/strong\u003e Test fragrance load, cure time, and wick size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWick issues:\u003c\/strong\u003e Re-test wick size if the flame is too weak, too large, or unstable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Store wax in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, moisture, and strong odors.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          During hot-weather shipping, wax flakes may soften or stick together. This usually does not damage the wax. Let the wax return to room temperature before use.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eQ \u0026amp; A\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs GB 464 beginner-friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        Yes. GB 464 is a popular choice for beginner and small-batch container candle makers, but fragrance and wick testing are still required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is GB 464 best used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        It is best used for container candles, including glass jars, candle tins, and tealights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs GB 464 better than GB 444?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        Not automatically. GB 464 has a lower melt point and usually better jar adhesion. GB 444 has a higher melt point and may be better when you want a firmer soy container wax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this wax for molds or pillar candles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        No. GB 464 is a container wax. For molds, pillars, or freestanding candles, use a pillar wax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this wax for wax melts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        It is mainly designed for container candles. For wax melts, a tart or melt wax is usually a better choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does my candle have wet spots?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        Wet spots are common in container candles and are often caused by temperature changes, jar temperature, cooling speed, or wax shrinkage. Try warming jars slightly and cooling candles more slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long should candles cure?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        For best fragrance performance, many makers allow soy candles to cure for 1–2 weeks before final burn testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bloombay","offers":[{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":48520267202868,"sku":"","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 lbs","offer_id":48520267235636,"sku":null,"price":8.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lbs","offer_id":48520267268404,"sku":null,"price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 lbs","offer_id":48520268382516,"sku":null,"price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/5416\/5044\/files\/GW4648.png?v=1779957166","url":"https:\/\/www.bloombayshop.com\/products\/golden-wax-464-soy-container-wax","provider":"Bloombay","version":"1.0","type":"link"}