Cargill NatureWax C3 Natural Container Soy Wax

Soy Wax for Container Candles, Cargill NatureWax C3, Made in USA

Recommended for:
Containers and wax melts

Melting point: 51–54°C

Recommended fragrance addition temperature: 65–85°C

Recommended fragrance load: 6–8%

Recommended pouring temperature: 60–80°C

NatureWax C-3 is a 100% natural soy wax from American company Cargill, made in the USA.

Soy wax is highly sought after and appeals to a wide range of candle makers and consumers. C-3 soy wax offers excellent glass adhesion and retains color beautifully.

NatureWax C-3 is a soy-based flake wax with soy-derived additives that reduce frosting and increase fragrance load capacity. Excellent for candle makers.

NatureWax C-3 is a natural soy-based wax that sets to a creamy, opaque finish and is preferred for its glass adhesion, which minimizes wet spots, has little to no frosting, and can be poured without additives. It is an excellent wax for containers or wax melts, with strong fragrance throw, compatible with flake, powder, and liquid dyes, and good color retention. C-3 soy wax is well-known and loved for its ease of pouring and consistent results. C-3 is Cargill’s most popular wax blend for all types of container candles.

PROPERTIES:

Food-grade quality; petroleum-free

Biodegradable, vegetarian, non-toxic

Made from 100% non-GMO soybeans

Contains no synthetic additives

Melting point: 51–54°C

Excellent fragrance absorption, up to 8% recommended (in some cases up to 10%)

Light color (solid wax is close to white)

Odorless

Works very well with Bekro or Mica dyes

Burns smoke-free with wood or cotton wicks

Flake form

RECOMMENDED FOR:

Container candles

Wax melts

MELTING AND POURING
Pouring temperatures should be relatively high (60–80°C), depending on container shape, container temperature, and ambient temperature, as follows:

Ambient temperature Pouring temperature
15–21°C 76–82°C
21–27°C 71–76°C
27–32°C 63–68°C

Short-term high temperatures (up to 85°C) will not cause damage as long as the wax is cooled promptly. Higher temperatures may cause discoloration. Allow wax to cool to the desired pouring temperature, add fragrance at around 70°C, and stir well for at least 2 minutes. Stir while melting/cooling. Avoid containers with copper or zinc as they can accelerate discoloration—stainless steel is ideal. A digital thermometer is safer than traditional mercury-in-glass types.

Pouring temperature may vary depending on container/ mold size, fragrance, dye used, and the effect desired. Higher glass adhesion can be achieved by pouring close to the melting point (50–60°C). Add and mix fragrance immediately before pouring whenever possible. If pouring issues occur, try adjusting in 5–10°C increments. Preheating molds may improve adhesion to glass.

WICKS
Pre-waxed wicks tend to perform best with C3, especially FB and ECO wicks, though wooden wicks can also be used (must be pre-waxed).

CONTAINERS / MOLDS
Must be clean and contaminant-free, at least at room temperature; preheating to around 45–50°C may be beneficial.

As always, a warm ambient temperature (20–25°C), preheated containers, and avoiding rapid cooling will help prevent frosting or warping.

DYES
You can use solid dye, Bekro dye flakes for wick candles, and/or natural mica powder for decorative candles or wax melts.

FRAGRANCE
Wax will retain up to 8% of most fragrances (recommended 6–8%), though up to 10% can be used depending on preference.

Our tests show this wax delivers an excellent hot and cold throw, with a fairly even surface after burns. If the surface is uneven after pouring, it can be fixed with a heat gun by lightly melting the top layer or by making a small top-up pour if only a thin surface layer is affected.