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Dye Flakes
About Dyes
Oil soluble
dyes are colorants which dissolve in wax. This type of dye is
generally used for solid coloring candles. Dyes have good combustion
and do not clog wicks during burn. Dyes in general tend to fade,
although dye flakes are processed for maximum light stability.
Conducting fade and burn tests is always recommended. Dye flakes
are clean and easy to use and give vivid
and brilliant colors. They are safe for the candlemaker and
for the candlemaker’s customers. The dye flakes comply with
OSHA, TSCA and EN 071 (part 3) legislation.
Usage and Dosage
Instructions
Dissolve
dye flakes in the wax formulation at approximately 185F - 85C.
Using an electric mixer to stir the dye flakes into your wax
composition speeds up the process. With dye/pigment blends, an
electric mixer is highly recommended to help disperse the color.
(For improved light stability, some colors are supplied in dye/pigment
blends. These colors have good light stability, excellent burn
properties, and high heat stability.)
Always
make sure the color flakes are completely melted before pouring
the candle.
For best
results, use wax melters and batch tanks with indirect heating.
Direct heating will deteriorate wax and destroy dyes. Temperatures
that are too high as well as maintaining the wax formulation
at high temperatures for extended lengths of time can result
in color deviations.
Colors
should be stored under dry conditions and at room temperature.
Solid-Coloring
Dosage
0.1%
to 0.2% by weight of wax formulation (typically between 1 and
2 grams per kilogram - between .5 grams (.018 oz) and 1 gram
(.035 oz) per pound). Typically one pound of color for approximately
700 to 1000 lbs of paraffin.
For
color consistency, always add the same quantity of color to your
wax formulation.
|
Paraffin
Formulation Weight |
Dosage
in Ounces |
Dosage
in Grams |
|
1
lb |
.016
oz . to .032 oz. |
.45
grams to .9 grams |
|
5
lbs |
.09
oz. to .16 oz. |
2.5
grams to 4.5 grams |
|
10
lbs |
.16
oz . to .32 oz. |
4.5
grams to 9 grams |
|
20
lbs |
.32
oz . to .64 oz. |
9
grams to 18 grams |
|
30
lbs |
.46
oz. to .99 oz. |
13
grams to 28 grams |
|
40
lbs |
.64
oz . to 1.28 oz. |
18
grams to 36 grams |
|
50
lbs |
.8
oz. to 1.7 oz. |
23
grams to 46 grams |
Some wax
blends will require a higher dosage of color due to the opacity
of the wax blend. The shade of color attained with each dye will
change in different wax blends. Additives such as microwax, PE,
Vybar and stearine can affect the strength and shade of the color.
Fragrances may react with the dye and can change the properties
and the appearance of colors. The color of the fragrance used
may affect the shade of color of the dye.
Oil Soluble
Dye Flake Colors
To
our best knowledge, the information and recommendations contained
herein are accurate and reliable. All information and recommendations,
however, are furnished without warranty. No warranty can be given
for the processing of, or misuse of, Bekro Chemie products. Customers
are encouraged to always test their final product.
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