How to Ship Candles Without Damage

How to Ship Candles Without Damage

Use an ECT-32 box for single candles and ECT-44 for multi-candle sets. Wrap each candle in bubble, use kraft paper or air-pillow void fill, seal with 2" carton tape, and label Fragile — especially in summer when wax can soften in transit.

Quick facts

In-stock SKUs 22
Total options 22
Price from $8.03
Price to $100.05
Average price $29.64
Materials kraft, corrugated, bubble, plastic, paper, white, red
Strengths ECT-32
Pack quantities 25, 500

In-stock options

When to use

  • Warehouse teams training new pick/pack staff.
  • DTC founders documenting a repeatable packing SOP.

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Frequently asked

Do candles need fragile labels?

Glass vessel candles — yes. Tin or pillar candles travel fine without fragile markings.

How do I prevent candles from softening in hot weather?

Insulated liners plus a cold pack work for summer shipments. Most DTC candle brands pause shipments on 95°F+ days or switch to ground-only regional routes.

What size box for a single 8 oz candle?

6x6x6 or 7x7x6 with a layer of kraft paper fill holds a single 8 oz vessel candle.

Should I use foam inserts?

Pulp or molded inserts are ideal for premium candle gift sets. Kraft paper or bubble wrap is fine for standalone candles.