Candle Wick Selection

Wick Type	Material	Key Features	Best Uses
Cotton Core	Natural Fibers	Increased Rigidity  Robust Flame	Votives  Pillars  Containers
Ultra-Core	All Fiber	Zinc Alternative  Rigidity without Metal	Containers
Rigid-Curl	All Fiber	Stability  Self-Trimming  Minimizes Soot	Long-Burning Candles
Aroma-Lite	Natural Fibers	High Fragrance Compatibility  Self-Trimming	High Fragrance Systems
HTP	High-Performance Fibers	Wick Stability  Self-Trimming	Additive-Heavy Formulations
Stabilo (CD)	Cotton & Paper	Consistent Flame Posture  Good Capillary Action	Tealights  Votives  Natural Waxes
Helix	Natural Fibers & Paper Core	Large Wax Pool Compatibility	Vegetable Waxes  Large Candles
ECO	Cotton & Paper	Minimizes Soot and Mushrooming	Lower Melt Point Wax  Containers

 

Need help selecting the right wick size? Watch our video guide here for step-by-step instructions. 

Testing and Disclaimer 

Important Notice on Wick Selection and Testing 

The information provided in this document is intended to serve as a general guide for selecting the appropriate wick for different candle systems. Due to variations in wax types, additives, fragrances, and other formulation factors, we strongly recommend that all users conduct comprehensive burn tests with each wick type to ensure optimal performance in their specific applications. 

Testing Recommendations: 

• Burn Tests: Perform controlled burn tests in your facility to assess flame stability, burn time, soot production, and wick integrity. 

• Fragrance Compatibility: Test wicks with varying fragrance levels to determine the wick's performance under different conditions. 

• Wax Type and Additives: Verify that the wick chosen performs well with the specific wax types and additives used in your candles. 

• Sample Retention: Retain samples of tested candles for future reference and internal quality control. 

Disclaimer: 

The suggestions in this document are based on general industry practices and may not be suitable for every candle formulation. Wick performance can vary significantly depending on individual candle compositions. Final wick selection and any resulting performance issues are the sole responsibility of the customer. EAP Innovations is not liable for any selections made solely based on this guide. 

For optimal results, we advise ongoing testing to meet quality and safety standards specific to your candle products. 

Important Note: Wax, wicks, fragrance oils, and dyes are non-returnable. Due to the nature of these products, we cannot accept returns or exchanges for any reason. Please ensure your selection is correct before purchasing.