{"product_id":"hurricane-wax","title":"Hurricane Wax","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\u003eBB-Hurricane Wax\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-melt paraffin wax designed for hurricane candle shells, wax embeds, and decorative high-temperature wax pieces. It has a semi-translucent finish and a firm structure that helps decorative wax pieces hold their shape.\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\u003eHurricane candle shells\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eWax embeds for gel candles\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDecorative high-melt wax pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMakers who need a firm semi-translucent paraffin wax\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\"\u003eHigh-Melt Paraffin 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\"\u003eHurricane Shells, Embeds\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\"\u003eHard Slab\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\"\u003eSemi-Translucent \/ 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\"\u003e160–163°F Typical\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\"\u003eAround 180°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\"\u003eUp to 6%\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\"\u003eNot Primary Use\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\"\u003eIntermediate\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          BB-Hurricane Wax is made for decorative wax projects that need a higher melt point and firm structure. It is commonly used for hurricane candle shells and wax embeds, especially when the wax piece needs to hold its shape around heat or inside decorative candle designs.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          This is not the same as a standard container wax or regular pillar candle wax. It is best for makers who understand mold work, embed making, cooling control, and formula testing.\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\u003eHigh-melt paraffin wax for hurricane shells and embeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSemi-translucent finish for decorative wax effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eFirm structure for molded wax pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eUseful for gel candle embeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eHelps embeds hold shape without bleeding easily\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eBetter for specialty wax projects than basic container 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\u003eCut or break the slab wax into smaller pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eMelt wax until fully liquid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAdd dye if desired and stir until fully blended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAdd fragrance oil only if your project requires it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003ePour into a prepared mold for hurricane shells or embeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAllow the wax to cool completely before unmolding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eTest the finished piece in your final candle design before production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bb-note\"\u003e\n          Suggested starting point: melt until fully liquid and test pouring around 180°F. Mold size, room temperature, dye, and fragrance oil can change the final finish.\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          BB-Hurricane Wax can typically hold an average fragrance load, with 6% as a common upper range. For many hurricane shells and embeds, fragrance may not be needed at all.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          This wax is not primarily sold as a standard burn candle wax. If you plan to burn it directly as a pillar-style candle, full wick testing is required with your exact size, shape, dye, and fragrance load.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bb-note\"\u003e\n          Do not treat this like GB 464, IGI 6006, BB-P55, or BB-C35. Hurricane wax is a specialty wax. Wrong use can give poor burn behavior, cracking, or unstable results.\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          Hurricane and embed projects are sensitive to mold temperature, pour temperature, cooling speed, dye amount, and fragrance load. Testing is required before making finished products for sale.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCracking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid cold molds, cold rooms, and rapid cooling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir bubbles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pour slowly and avoid splashing wax against the mold wall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoor release:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let the wax cool completely before unmolding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCloudy finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Test pour temperature and cooling speed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeak structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduce fragrance load or test a different mold design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmbed bleeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Test the embed inside your final gel or candle system before selling.\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          BB-Hurricane Wax comes in slab form. During hot-weather shipping, slab wax may soften slightly or show surface marks. This usually does not affect usability. Let the wax return to room temperature before cutting, weighing, or melting.\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\u003eWhat is hurricane wax used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        Hurricane wax is mainly used for hurricane candle shells, decorative wax sleeves, and wax embeds for gel candles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a regular pillar wax?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        No. It is a specialty high-melt paraffin wax. For standard scented pillar candles, BB-P55 or another pillar wax may be a better choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this wax for container candles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        No. This is not a container wax. For jars or tins, use a container wax such as GB 464, GB 444, GB 454, C-3, IGI 6006, BB-S10, or BB-C83.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I add fragrance oil?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        Yes, but keep the load moderate. Up to 6% is a common working range. Many hurricane shells and embeds do not need fragrance oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this wax for gel candle embeds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        Yes, this is one of its main uses. Always test the embed with your exact gel wax, dye, fragrance, and design before selling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is the wax semi-translucent?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        The semi-translucent appearance helps create decorative effects for hurricane shells and embeds. Color and opacity will change with dye amount and mold thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this beginner-friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        Not really. It is better for intermediate makers because hurricane shells and embeds require mold control, temperature testing, and project-specific testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy did my hurricane shell crack?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        Cracking is usually caused by cold molds, fast cooling, uneven wall thickness, or pouring conditions that do not match your mold and room temperature.\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":49139891142964,"sku":null,"price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 lbs","offer_id":49139891175732,"sku":null,"price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lbs","offer_id":49139891208500,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 lbs","offer_id":49139891241268,"sku":null,"price":65.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/5416\/5044\/files\/Hurricane1.png?v=1779994940","url":"https:\/\/www.bloombayshop.com\/products\/hurricane-wax","provider":"Bloombay","version":"1.0","type":"link"}