What labels do I need to put on candles UK?

Understanding CLP labelling Here are a few answers to the most commonly asked questions on CLP labels. Do I need CLP labels for candles & wax melts? Yes. Candles and wax melts fall within the CLP Regulations and so they need compliant labels.

What legally needs to be on a candle label UK?

What are the requirements for candle labels?

The FPLA guidelines are detailed legal requirements for your candle's front-facing labels. It states that labels on round containers need to cover 40% of the surface, while on rectangular ones, they need to cover one side. The label must be placed directly on the container, the packaging, or the physical candle.

What kind of labels to use for candles?

The label must include the statement “Burn within sight.” You can choose between text or approved pictograms for the following two statements: “Keep away from things that catch fire.” or “Keep away from things that burn.” “Keep away from children.”

Do I need a license to sell candles UK?

Legal requirements for candle selling

On the legal side of things, yes, it is legal to sell melts and candles made at home, provided you meet the relevant legal requirements. In the UK, you will need to register your candle-making business with the local authority and comply with health and safety regulations.

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Do I need insurance to sell candles UK?

It's also important to be aware that you may be required to show proof of public liability insurance before you're allowed to sell your candles at craft fairs, market stalls and so on. As well as liability cover, you might need insurance to protect your premises and candle-making equipment.

Can you sell candles without warning labels?

Since candles are a fire hazard, you must include some fire safety warnings on the labels. There are coordinating graphics from the National Candle Association website to go with each warning, which include: Burn within sight. Keep away from flammables.

Can I make my own candle labels?

Printing your candle labels yourself using Avery blank sheet labels or our in-store retail packs is always a great option but when your business is growing and you're ready to take that next step and really invest in your brand, a custom printing service like Avery WePrint is absolutely the way to go.

How do you put labels on candles?

When applying your candle label to a round jar or tin, start by applying pressure at the center of the label and move outward to prevent creases. If you're applying your label to a flat surface like a lid or box, start with an edge and roll the remainder of the label onto the surface to avoid wrinkles.

Are Avery labels safe for candles?

Our labels feature permanent adhesive that can be applied to candle jars, tins, votives, boxes and other candle supplies. And with a variety of shapes and sizes to choose from, you can get the exact look you want.

Do candles need a CLP label?

Yes. Candles and wax melts fall within the CLP Regulations and so they need compliant labels. Is CLP labelling a legal requirement? Yes.

Is it illegal to sell candles that look like food?

In simple terms, anything that children or vulnerable adults could confuse with food will be prohibited under The Food Imitations (Safety) Regulations 1989. That's because accidental ingestion of waxing candles or melts could lead to serious injury or even death.

Is it illegal to sell candles that look like food in the UK?

Under The Food Imitations (Safety) Regulations 1989, any product that children or vulnerable adults could confuse with food is seen as illegal.

Do tealights need CLP?

CLP information should be supplied with any non-cosmetic product containing a hazardous substance, (most commonly a fragrance or essential oil). Typically found within candles, wax melts, reed diffusers and room mists.

What are the safety requirements for candles?

Do you need insurance to sell handmade candles?

The short answer is, it's highly recommended. While it might not be a legal mandate in every jurisdiction to have insurance for selling candles, the risks of operating without it can be immense. Any business, no matter how small, can face potential lawsuits, claims, or unforeseen mishaps.

Do candles have to have labels?

Legal requirements and industry standards

There are both mandatory and voluntary safety standards for candle labeling, which are set by regulatory agencies and industry bodies. These typically cover all wax candles and candle-like products, including wax melts.

Is homemade candle business profitable?

You can start a candle business from home, you don't need expensive equipment, you can learn the process online, and sell your creations on multiple platforms. As the average profit margins are 200 to 300%, starting a candle business could be the best decision you'll ever make!

What insurance do I need to sell candles online?

Public liability insurance is the most common cover type for candle making and wax melt businesses due to the protection it offers against claims made by third parties.

How do you test candles before selling?

This is done by burning the candle under controlled conditions and observing the flame, wick, and melted wax. A candle burn test can last as long as a few weeks, depending on your candle, as each candle in the test will need to be burnt in until the candle is either used up or fails.

How to sell homemade candles?

How do I price my candles UK?

Pricing your wax melts and candles for wholesale

The unwritten rule is your wholesale cost is 50% of your retail cost, and is also double your production cost. So if your wax melt costs £1 to make, you sell this wholesale for £2 and it retails for £4. This gives you and the retailer plenty of margin.

Is it worth starting a candle business UK?

Candle making has a high income potential and your profit margins are likely to be high. You can also expand your business by opening a shop or selling more products online, giving you unlimited income potential.

Is candle-making profitable UK?

Candle making has become a hugely profitable business, with the global industry revenue estimated to reach £5 billion by 2026.