bassgal71 Posted August 14, 2006 Share Posted August 14, 2006 I just got a case of Cargill C3 wax (I've used this for years - C2 before that) and I've never had problems. When I went to scoop this up, it was sticky and just didn't seem right. Normally this is a loose wax (it's the shavings) and you can handle it without wiping your hands. This batch was like handling butter. I had to wash my hands every time I touched it. It seemed to pour okay, but when I burned it, the flame hardly stayed burning. I did nothing different than usual (I even wick-up one size so I know that's not the problem). Anyone else have this happen? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candlewitch Posted August 14, 2006 Share Posted August 14, 2006 Thats a new one to me, hope they didnt send you a tester batch of something they are working on and it sucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KFTS Posted August 14, 2006 Share Posted August 14, 2006 I noticed mine was a bit sticky because it was in my hot garage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelaVA Posted August 14, 2006 Share Posted August 14, 2006 I tested C-3 a few months ago and my wax flakes were very dry - not greasy. I would call the supplier you bought it from. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Accents Posted August 15, 2006 Share Posted August 15, 2006 My C-3 has never been like that. I would definitely check with your supplier. If it was just overly warm, I should think the burn would still be okay. If this is the first time you've used C-3, wicking up one size may not be enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zeus_Nana Posted August 15, 2006 Share Posted August 15, 2006 I got some about a month ago and haven't had any problems. Did you try calling your supplier? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boggled Posted August 16, 2006 Share Posted August 16, 2006 Definately call your supplier. I have never had anything like that happen before and have been using c-3 for 2 years now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassgal71 Posted August 17, 2006 Author Share Posted August 17, 2006 Thanks everyone. I will certainly do that. I've used it for three years and have never had this happen. I've got a call in to the supplier. Hopefully we can work something out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candlewitch Posted August 17, 2006 Share Posted August 17, 2006 I AM SICK OF THE FROSTING ISSUES WITH C-3. Drop it in the 60's and it frosts, of course CARGILL will tell you it happens at 38*........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wookie130 Posted August 18, 2006 Share Posted August 18, 2006 I haven't had many frosting issues with C-3. I try to store my candles in an area that is warmer...between 67-70 degrees. Most soys will frost to some degree if kept in an area that is too cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candleguy Posted August 19, 2006 Share Posted August 19, 2006 Just got a case from Lonestar a few weeks ago and noticed the same thing. I thought it was from the Texas heat and humidity. Haven't noticed any burn difference yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lsbennis Posted August 20, 2006 Share Posted August 20, 2006 Now that you mention it I just recently got a sample from Loan Star and the wax did seem kinda sticky but I just thought that was the way it was suppose to be...I have made several candles with it and it seems to burn ok. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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