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Black Candle Dye Block

Black Candle Dye Block

  • Concentrated solid dye for candle making
  • Creates shades from soft gray to deep charcoal and black
  • Formulated for improved color clarity
  • Colors more wax than traditional dye chips
  • Can be used with soy and paraffin candle wax
  • Add more dye to create deeper, more saturated color
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SKU: P0826294_EA

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    Create dramatic gray, charcoal and black candles with the Black Candle Dye Block. Formulated for improved color clarity, this concentrated solid candle dye colors more wax than traditional dye chips and allows you to adjust the shade by changing the amount used.

    The Black Candle Dye Block is compatible with both soy wax and paraffin wax. Soy wax generally produces a softer gray or charcoal shade, while paraffin wax can create a deeper and more saturated black.

    For lighter colors, shave the dye block into smaller pieces and add the shavings gradually to fully melted candle wax. Add more dye gradually to create a darker charcoal or black. The block can also be blended with other candle dye colors to deepen or mute custom shades.

    Available as a single block, a 12-block pack, or a 60-block pack, this candle dye is suitable for testing new formulas, making small batches, and producing candles in larger quantities.

    For reliable results, create a complete test candle using the intended wax, dye, fragrance, additives, vessel or mold, and wick. Allow it to cure and conduct a full burn test before beginning production.

    Creating custom colors

    Black Candle Dye Blocks can be blended with other candle dye blocks to create custom shades:

    • Black + blue: Navy, midnight blue or blue-black
    • Black + purple: Eggplant, dark plum or deep violet
    • Black + red: Burgundy, wine or deep crimson
    • Black + green: Forest green or deep emerald
    • Black + brown: Espresso, dark chocolate or near-black brown

    A small amount of black in white wax: Light gray, silver gray or charcoal

    Black is highly influential when blended with other colors. Add it in very small amounts and record every measurement so the custom shade can be reproduced.

    Product type: Concentrated solid dye

    Dye Type: Block

    Dye Color: Black

    The amount of dye used controls the intensity of the finished color. Shave the block into smaller pieces for soft gray shades, or gradually add more dye to create charcoal and black.

    The finished shade can be affected by:

    • Type and natural color of the wax
    • Amount of dye used
    • Size and thickness of the dye shavings
    • Fragrance oil
    • Wax additives
    • Mixing temperature
    • Cooling and curing conditions
    • Lighting conditions

    Soy wax is naturally white and opaque, so it commonly produces a softer or more muted yellow. Paraffin wax generally creates a clearer, brighter and more saturated shade.

    Melted wax may look darker than the finished candle. Always evaluate a completely cooled sample before adjusting the formula or pouring the full batch.

    • Intended for candle-making applications
    • Formulated for improved color clarity
    • Colors more wax than traditional dye chips
    • Can be used with soy and paraffin candle wax
    • Shave into smaller pieces to create lighter shades
    • Add more dye gradually to create darker shades
    • Actual results vary by wax, fragrance, additives and dye amount
    • Do not use excessive dye, as it may affect wick and burn performance
    • Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat
    • Keep out of reach of children and pets
    • Always test every wax, fragrance, dye and wick combination
    1. Melt the candle wax according to the wax manufacturer’s instructions.
    2. Shave or cut the Black Candle Dye Block into smaller pieces.
    3. Add a small amount of dye to the fully melted wax.
    4. Stir thoroughly until the dye has completely melted and the color is evenly
    5. distributed.
    6. Place a small amount of colored wax onto a white, heat-safe surface.
    7. Allow the sample to cool completely before evaluating the shade.
    8. Add more dye gradually if a darker charcoal or black is desired.
    9. Record the amount of wax and dye used so the color can be reproduced.
    10. Add fragrance oil according to the fragrance and wax manufacturers’ recommendations.
    11. Conduct a complete burn test before producing or selling a larger batch.
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