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Candle Containers (for indoor use) – Essential test requirements

- 16 CFR 1303 – Total Lead Content in Surface Coating           

- 16 CFR 1500.48 / 16 CFR 1500.49 – Sharp Edges and Sharp Points       

- ASTM B117 - Resistance to Corrosion (for metal components only)           

- US California Proposition 65            

Other Requirements:

-         Labeling

-        External Surface Temperature            

-         Stability               

-         Performance (Functionality, Fit of Candle…etc)           

-         Flammability       

-         Hanging Means Strength Test (if provided)               

-         Cleanability

-        Non-Appropriate Candle, if applicable

-        Annealing, if applicable

-        Thermal Shock, if applicable

Candle (for indoor use) – Essential test requirements

- ASTM F2058-00 – Cautionary Labeling for Candles Burned in a Home       

- ASTM F2417-04 – Fire Safety for Candles       

- 16 CFR 1303 – Total Lead Content in Surface Coating           

- Total Lead Content in Wicks           

- Paraffin Content                               

- Burning Characteristics                   

- Candle Performance                       

- Amount of Spilling Wax                   

- Melting Point                                       

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