EricofAZ Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 So I bought some IGI 6006, a 10 pound slab, for testing.This stuff was oily out of the bag. Slippery, fell on the floor. Picking it up was like grabbing watermelon seeds.Lonestar says it is a one pour wax but that's not what I experienced. I had pits in the container so I poked it near the wick and poured a second. Pits opened up again. I can't think of a single reason why this wax would be of value. It is almost liquid at Arizona room temperature.Does anyone use it and if so, what do you like about it?It certainly is not along the lines of the characteristics that Lonestar said.....This soft, low-shrink container wax was originally produced by Dussek Campbell and then BP under the blend number 5766. It is now produced by IGI under the formula #6006.Creamy in appearance, this wax needs no additives other than fragrance and color. Holds average amount of fragrance oil. Fragrance oil retention of 6% is typical. Good scent throw. Good burn characteristics. Low shrinkage means that a re-pour is usually not required. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bugtussle Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 I have used 6006 in my 6 oz tins for 8 years. It is a beautiful wax, holds a lot of fo and is very easy to work with. It does get very soft in the hot weather, but who cares? Carole Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candlebuddy Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 I like it because just about everything throws in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen M Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 I just started testing 6006, so far I like it, It has great H and C throw. It definitely has better adhesion to jars, so no wet spots.I will say you have to pour it hotter than most and cool very slowly.I had a couple little pits, I just heat gun the tops, the pits were very minimal compared to my old J223 sink holes.Just my 2 cents!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pixie Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 I found it very easy to get a good throw with this wax. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dnj Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 I also love the cold and hot throw I get from this wax.During the hot summer months to keep it from being too soft and melty I added about 15% Ecosoya PB. Worked out quite well for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lsbennis Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 I have never had any luck with it but alot of others have! :undecided Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck_35550 Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 Add about 15% soy to it and see what you think.Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravens Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 What's the percentage of soy in the 6006? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lsbennis Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 @Raven, i don't think anyone really knows for sure but I recall hearing 20% Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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