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Candle Tin Guide: A Practical Candle Vessel for Every Collection
Candle tins are a versatile option for candle makers looking for a lightweight, durable and practical candle vessel. Available in a range of sizes and colours, candle tins are suitable for everything from small test batches to finished retail candle collections.
Their compact design makes them easy to store, transport and present, making them a popular choice for candle makers, workshops, events and growing candle brands.
Why Choose Candle Tins?
Candle tins offer several advantages for candle production:
Durable and lightweight – Easy to handle, store and transport compared with glass vessels.
Versatile design – Suitable for a wide range of candle styles, fragrances and branding concepts.
Ideal for testing – A practical option for testing new wax and fragrance combinations before moving into larger vessels.
Travel-friendly – The metal container provides a convenient option for candles designed for gifting, events or on-the-go use.
Candle Tin Sizes & Specifications
Our candle tins are available in four sizes, allowing candle makers to select the right vessel based on their desired candle format.
Tin Size
Small
Medium
Large
XLarge
Inside Diameter
46mm
60mm
74mm
88mm
Capacity (Wax + Fragrance)
35g
70g
120g
210g
Tin Weight
27g
45g
63g
83g
Approx. Burn Time (Soy Wax)
7 hours
13 hours
17 hours
20 hours
Wick Guide
Tin Size
Recommended Wick
Small
HTP 62
Medium
HTP 73
Large
HTP 105
XLarge
2 × HTP 72
Wick recommendations are provided as a starting guide only. The ideal wick can vary depending on wax type, fragrance, fragrance concentration, colour, and other candle formulation factors.
Wick testing is required to achieve the best burn performance for each candle.
Style Your Candle
Complete your candle tin with the right finishing touches. A Candle Care Kit can be added to provide customers with the tools needed to maintain their candles and enhance the overall candle experience.
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Suitable For
Candle tins are commonly used for:
Handmade candle collections
Travel candles
Gift sets
Candle workshops and classes
Event candles
Product testing and sample ranges
Product & Quality Disclaimer
Minor variations in colour, finish, dimensions and surface appearance may occur between production batches. These variations are normal characteristics of manufactured metal products and are not necessarily considered defects.