Bp 2554

[Sandrah]

I ran out of my OK6228 and have two cases of the BP2554, so I thought I would use it for my votives, but as I recall this wax really sweats and seeps FO. It doesn't matter if I let it dry or wipe it down. I think I can use steric, not sure, how much. Does anyone know what the FO hold is, I like to use 8%, is this too much for this wax? Also, there is suppose to be a wax that replaced this, I think it is by IGI, can anyone tell me what is the next or closest wax next to this.? Why did they get rid of this wax? Thanks

[SatinDucky]

According to BCS it was a mottling pillar blend. You may be able to research the wax by the new name and get the info you need....

http://www.candlesupply.com/waxes.html

[topofmurrayhill]

I've looked into this wax before and came to the conclusion that it must be discontinued. Don't know that for an absolute fact.

You can take an educated guess that it's a straight paraffin since they call it a mottling wax, and with an MP of 139 you wouldn't expect it to hold much more than 5% FO.

If you're using it in place of 6228 then I assume you don't care about mottling. There are any number of ways to make it opaque and hold more scent if you like. Maybe a little microcrystalline plus Vybar 103 or Gloss Poly.

I'm thinking just stearic won't solve your problem at 8% FO but if you prefer that approach or just happen to have it on hand, throw in 5% or so and see how that works. More is OK too if you like.