Candle Cost Calculator — Cost Per Candle
Calculate the total cost to make a candle including wax, fragrance, wick, jar, lid, label and packaging.
How We Calculate This
This calculator totals all material costs per candle:
- Wax cost = (wax weight / 1000) x price per kg
- Fragrance cost = (fragrance grams / 0.95 for ml) / 100 x price per 100ml
- Wick, jar, lid, label and box are entered as per-unit costs
Enter 0 for any components you do not want to include.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Last updated: 2025-02-20
All calculations are estimates. Always verify quantities before purchasing materials.