BW 921 Natural Pillar Wax Blend – 100% Soy Wax

Craft stunning pillar and molded candles with BW 921 Natural Pillar Blend, a premium wax made from 100% soy. Designed specifically for pillar molds, votives, and freestanding candles, this natural wax delivers excellent structural strength, smooth surfaces, and a clean, consistent burn.

Why Choose BW 921?

• 100% soy wax – Renewable, natural, and sustainable. Supports an all-natural product claim.
• Built for pillars and molds – Harder formulation engineered to stand alone without a container.
• Clean, consistent burn – Long-lasting and low-soot performance.
• Excellent mold release – Smooth surfaces and crisp detail with minimal frosting.
• Professional finish – Pre-blended, no additives required, bloom resistant, high fragrance load.

Technical Properties

• Wax type: 100% soy, pillar formulation
• Application: Pillars, votives, molded and freestanding candles
• Melting point: ~135°F (57°C)
• Colour: Off-white
• Needle penetration: 0.1 mm @ 77°F / 25°C (typical value: 10)
• Fragrance load: Up to 10%
• Pour temperature: 160°F – 180°F (71°C – 82°C)
• Manufacturer: Blended Waxes Inc.

How to Use BW 921

• Melt slowly to the recommended pour temperature using a double boiler or wax melter.
• Add fragrance or essential oil up to 10% and stir gently for two minutes.
• Pour into pillar or freestanding molds and allow to set undisturbed.
• Top up (recap) any sink holes around the wick once the candle has partially cooled.
• Cure for 1–2 weeks before burn testing for best fragrance performance.

Wick Selection for Pillar Candles

Pillar candles need a wick that consumes the wax without collapsing the outer wall. Because BW 921 is a harder soy formulation, wicking runs slightly larger than a container soy of the same diameter. Use these as starting points for burn testing:

• 2" pillar: Start with a small wick and evaluate the melt pool depth after four hours.
• 3" pillar: Start with a medium wick, aiming for a melt pool that stops short of the outer wall.
• 4"+ pillar: Consider a large wick or a multi-wick layout to avoid tunnelling.

A properly wicked pillar keeps a thin unmelted outer shell so the candle holds its shape as it burns. Always burn test every wax, fragrance, dye, and diameter combination before production.

Troubleshooting BW 921

• Candle sticking in the mold: Let the wax cool fully before releasing. Chilling briefly can help, but avoid thermal shock.
• Frosting on the surface: Normal for natural soy. Pour slightly cooler and cool slowly in a draft-free space to reduce it.
• Sink holes around the wick: Expected with soy. Recap with a small top-up pour once the candle has partially set.
• Weak scent throw: Check that fragrance was added within the temperature window and allow a full cure before testing.

Complete Your Pillar Setup

Pair BW 921 with pillar molds, fragrance oils, and candle dyes from our Canadian catalogue — all shipped from Ontario.

Whether you're making elegant decorative candles, votives, or tall pillars, BW 921 Natural Pillar Blend gives you professional results with a sustainable, natural touch.