Approximately 80 percent of the wicks manufactured in the United States are made of all-cotton or cotton-paper combinations and 20 percent are primarily metal- and paper-cored wicks.
Lead wicks were banned from the U.S marketplace in 2003, and for several years before that were found primarily in inexpensive foreign candle imports. NCA-member manufacturers voluntarily discontinued using […]

Extinguish the flame if it comes too close to the holder or container.

For a margin of safety, discontinue burning a candle when 2 inches (2”) of wax remain (1/2 inch if in a container). This will also help prevent possible heat damage to the counter/surface and prevent glass containers from cracking or breaking.

Extinguish […]