Quality Control Checklist

Ensure consistent, safe, and high-quality candles before selling or gifting.

Safety & Compliance

• Correct wick size for container and wax
• Full melt pool within 2–3 burns without overheating
• Container temperature within safe limits (< 150°F / 65°C external)
• Labels: safety warning, burn instructions, materials where required

Performance Tests

• Cold throw after cure (rate aroma strength 1–5)
• Hot throw after 2-hour burn (rate 1–5)
• Burn rate and total burn time measured
• Flame height stable (< 1 in / 2.5 cm) with minimal flicker/soot

Visual Inspection

• Smooth tops (minor imperfections acceptable for natural waxes)
• Minimal frosting/adhesion issues
• Centered wick, secure wick tab, no debris

Documentation

• Record batch: wax type/lot, FO %, wick code, pour temp, cure time
• Note room temp/humidity; cooling conditions
• Photograph final product and labels

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