Ray Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 I recently ordered a sample container of 4630 from Peak. Made a couple candles and they burned great. Good melt pool, good throw ,ect.I decided to order a 10 lb. slab from Peak. Made a few candles with it and they are horrible. The process was done the exact same way as the sample wax I received. Not getting a good melt pool and has the "fuel" smell. Is it possible that I got a bad batch of wax? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justajesuschick Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Are you using the same FO's that you used in test? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Posted September 18, 2014 Author Share Posted September 18, 2014 Yes, using the same FO's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Posted September 18, 2014 Author Share Posted September 18, 2014 Also noticed some of the oil doesn't seem to incorporate into the melted wax. I keep stirring but it's not fully incorporating. Didn't seem to have that problem before! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emilyspoppy Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 I can't state that the issue is the wax, but I can tell you that, in my opinion, IGI waxes can be inconsistent. I try to buy several cases at a time, hoping to get the same batch lot. I test each batch before going into production. IGI-4630 is my primary container wax. When it's "right" it's a wonderful wax, IMO. I've found that I've needed to adjust it from time to time, however. I have a tub of petrolatum, stearic acid, Vybar and pillar-type waxes on hand and make adjustments as I deem necessary when the batch is "off". From what you're describing, there MAY be an issue with a high degree of petrolatum or a lack of stearic or Vybar. It would be very difficult to analyze in person and even more from afar. Regardless of what's going on, I wouldn't hold Peak responsible. IGI covers their butts, too, by claiming a fairly wide range in their production specifications. Alas, you'll find your probably get little relief for your problem. I don't want to minimize your issue, but consider it a blessing that it was only a slab. I've dealt with issues with five 60 pound cases with the same batch number. You might want to first try a different fragrance. I have somewhat controversial opinions on wax/FO blending. I've found that fixing the FO fixed the issue for me in all encounters to date. Another option might be to acquire a similar, but proprietary wax in the future. I've had good results with Candlewic's CBL-125. Candlewic get's mixed and often negative reviews by others on the board. I only offer this for your consideration. Good luck. Please let us know how things go. Dave @ Charlotte Hall Country Candles Soaps 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redraider Posted September 23, 2014 Share Posted September 23, 2014 Over the years I have had some bad batches of this wax and what really jumped out at me is the wax looked different, felt different and mixed different. I noticed it immediately and made a couple batches of candles and they didn't look "right" either. I immediately returned the wax, I get mine from Lonestar, and just like the poster above I order 5 cases at a time. Lonestar replaced my product with an entirely new lot # and no problem. A month later I received some of the original batch again and same issues as before. So yes it could be the wax, but I think you would notice it looking and feeling different. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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