Our Commitment To Quality

At Rust Belt Candle Co., we believe luxury shouldn’t be exclusive. A candle should burn beautifully, smell incredible, and be crafted with care — without requiring a luxury markup.
That’s why we make every candle with premium materials, small-batch craftsmanship, and honest pricing.

Premium Coconut–Soy Wax Blend

We use a custom coconut–soy wax blend — a cleaner, more luxurious wax than standard soy or paraffin. This wax costs more, but it delivers:
  • Longer, slower, more even burns
  • A smoother, more elegant finish
  • Cooler jar temperatures
  • A cleaner burn with less soot
  • Outstanding scent performance
You get a candle that rivals high-end brands… without the high-end price.

High-Quality, Clean Fragrance Oils

We source only top-tier fragrance oils that meet strict safety and purity standards. Every scent is:
  • Phthalate-free
  • Crafted for clean burning
  • True-to-life, balanced, and long-lasting
  • Extensively tested in our wax blend
We don’t choose scents because they’re trendy. We choose them because they’re exceptional.

Hand-Poured in Small Batches

Every batch is poured by hand.
Every candle is individually wicked, cooled, checked, and cured.

 
Small-batch production allows us to maintain a level of precision and consistency that mass producers simply can’t match.

Wick Pairing & Burn Testing

Before any candle is released, we test:
  • Flame height
  • Melt pool formation
  • Jar temperature
  • Hot throw strength
  • Total burn time
  • Safety and consistency
If it doesn’t meet our standards, we redo it.
If it still doesn’t meet our standards, it never goes on the shelf.

A Better Candle, Fairly Priced

Our goal isn’t to be the biggest candle company — it’s to be the most trustworthy.
 
By controlling our own production, keeping our operation lean, and refusing to compromise on materials, we can offer a candle that:
  • Outperforms regional competitors
  • Uses premium ingredients
  • Burns cleaner and longer
  • Smells stronger and more balanced
  • Still costs only $18
Because premium quality shouldn’t require a premium price tag.

Craftsmanship You Can Trust

Every Rust Belt candle reflects our promise:
  • Premium wax
  • Clean ingredients
  • Honest pricing
  • Strong but balanced scent throw
  • Tested, verified performance
  • Small-batch care
This is our standard — and our commitment — from our studio to your home.

What We Offer

Custom Branded Candles

Your branding, our craftsmanship. Perfect for:

  • Coffee shops
  • Salons & boutiques
  • Gyms, yoga studios
  • Restaurants & bars
  • Special events

And more!

Private Label/White Label

Launch your own candle line without the production hassle.

Choose:

  • Scent
  • Vessel
  • Label design

We pour the candles → you sell them as your own.

Fundraisers

Earn $5–$8 per candle for:

  • Schools
  • Sports teams
  • Church groups
  • Nonprofits
  • Community organizations

Simple, profitable, and zero upfront cost.

Corporate Gifts

Perfect for:

  • Holiday gifts
  • Real estate closings
  • Employee appreciation
  • Client onboarding
  • Conferences & events

Weddings & Events

Personalization to make your special day even more memorable with custom candles from Rustbelt Candle Co. that are perfect as favors, bridal party gifts, table centerpieces, or elegant décor. Each candle is hand-poured with our coconut-forward wax blend for a clean burn and lasting scent.

Customize your fragrance, label, and packaging to match your theme or colors.

Why Work With Rustbelt Candle Co.

  • Coconut- Soy wax blend → cleaner burn, longer life, stronger scent
  • Low minimum orders
  • Fast turnaround (2–4 weeks)
  • Custom label design
  • Bulk discounts available
  • Local, small-batch production

You get premium quality with small-business service.

How It Works

Step 1: Submit an inquiry

Step 2: Pick your scent & vessel

Step 3: Approve your label design

Step 4: Production begins (2–4 weeks)

Step 5: Pickup or delivery

Pricing Overview

We keep pricing simple.

  • Fundraisers: Earn $5–$8 per candle
  • Custom candles: Low MOQs
  • Private label: Bulk pricing available
  • Corporate gifts: Custom bundles available

Pricing varies by:

  • Quantity
  • Vessel choice
  • Fragrance selection
  • Label needs

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