Jun 04 2008
Could This Spell The End For Small Candlemakers
It’s just come to light that candles are going to have to conform to BSI Standards for candle safety, warning labels and sooting.
There are quite a few of us discussing this on the forum. We all feel that regulation IS a good thing as there are many people out there who are selling candles without any safety testing whatsoever. Unfortunately, there are people who have purchased a beginner’s kit and then think that they are experienced enough to start selling to the public. They give us, the genuine candlemakers, a bad reputation. We spend countless time and resources in ensuring that our products burn safely.
The downside to the proposed new legislation is that it could drive the small independent candlemaker out of business. What would the charge be for testing our candles for safety and sooting? Bearing in mind that every single combination of container, colour and fragrance we offer would be subject to testing.
This is a subject that I will be monitoring closely. If and when these regulations come into force it could mean a complete rethink for many of my fellow small candlemakers.
