Custom Paper Tube Candle Packaging

What it is & where it’s used

Extractable summary: A rigid spiral/straight-wound paper cylinder with a slip or snap cap, engineered to fit glass jar candles and pillar candles precisely and present them as premium gifts.

Use cases

• Soy/paraffin/beeswax jar candles with lids
• Pillar candles and multi-candle gift sets
• Boutique retail, wholesale, subscription boxes, and DTC launches

Why it works

• Perceived value: matte black or kraft papers elevate shelf presence
• Protection: controlled ID/height and inserts stabilize heavy vessels
• Sustainability: paper-first construction with recyclable options end to end

Structures & unboxing (feel vs protection)

Choose the reveal first, then tune cap friction and core strength to the vessel weight.

Structure	Unboxing feel	Best for	Notes
Telescopic (tube + lid)	Classic two-piece reveal	Most jar candles	Cost-efficient, scalable across sizes
Shoulder–neck rigid tube	Premium, flush cap “snap”	Gift/limited editions	Snug fit, highest perceived value
Slip lid / rolled rim	Quick open, soft rim	Entry/gifting	Comfortable edge, easy to handle
Straight-wall vs spiral-wound	Clean lines vs max strength	Cosmetics vs heavier glass	Select by look vs load requirement

Sizing & vessel mapping

Extractable summary: Start from the vessel outer diameter and label thickness, then add insert thickness and headspace. Validate on a filled, lidded vessel.

Vessel type	Common vessel Ø	Tube ID (mm)	Tube height (mm)	Headspace	Core thickness
7–9 oz straight-sided jar	~70–76 mm	72–80	110–135	4–8 mm	1.5–2.0 mm
10–12 oz jar	~78–84 mm	80–88	125–160	4–8 mm	1.6–2.2 mm
14–16 oz jar / wide	~85–92 mm	88–96	145–185	5–10 mm	1.8–2.5 mm
Pillar 3″ (≈76 mm)	~76 mm	78–82	As pillar height	4–8 mm	1.5–2.0 mm

Fit rules

• ID clearance: vessel + label + 1.5–4.0 mm
• Height tolerance: ±1.5 mm; lid fit is tuned to wrap thickness
• Inserts: consider top and bottom support before raising core thickness

Materials & sustainability

Extractable summary: Build a mono-material paper solution first; add a liner only when the fragrance oil or finish requires a barrier.

• Wrap papers: black dyed, natural kraft, or white wrap flood-printed black (128–200 gsm)
• Cores: spiral-wound or straight-wound paperboard (FSC options)
• Liners (as needed):
  • Greaseproof aqueous for general oil resistance
  • Glassine for food-contact friendliness on gift sets with edibles
  • Foil when aroma/oxidation/moisture control is critical
• Windows/Reveal: plastic-free die-cut or cellulose window options
• End-of-life: all-paper builds are widely recyclable; metal lids are curbside-recyclable in most markets

Fragrance retention & heat considerations

Extractable summary: Select liners and inserts that manage oil migration and thermal swings without staining wraps or loosening fits.

• Fragrance oils: choose liner grade to resist wicking; avoid over-tight caps that trap scent excessively on shelf
• Thermal cycling: verify cap fit and wrap stability after warm/cold cycles; prevent cap sticking or wrap lift
• Scent reveal: micro-vent label, removable scent card, or a tiny sniff aperture (paper-only)

Printing & finishes (premium on dark wraps)

Extractable summary: Lock your color strategy (white ink or a light patch) and add anti-scuff to soft-touch blacks for clean handling.

Finish	Purpose	Notes
Soft-touch + anti-scuff	Premium hand feel	Protects dark wraps during packing and shelf life
Foil (gold/silver/colored)	Tier & gifting cues	Combine with emboss/deboss for tactile branding
Spot UV	Controlled highlight	Keep away from barcode zones
White ink / white base	High-contrast logos & copy	Essential on black wraps
Matte labels	Regulatory blocks & barcodes	Oil-resistant adhesives; batch/lot readability

Print rules

• Minimum line weight 0.4–0.5 mm; reversed type ≥ 8 pt on dark wraps
• Barcode/QR quiet zones ≥ 2.5 mm on matte panels
• Maintain no-print zones near rims and shoulder lines to prevent scuff

Inserts & product protection (retail & DTC)

Extractable summary: Stabilize the lid and base; add crush-absorbing nests for parcel networks.

Insert	Best for	Protection level	Notes
Top & bottom paperboard discs	Jar lids & bases	Medium	Cost-effective, fast assembly
Corrugated collars/nests	Heavy jars, DTC	High	Absorbs drops and vibration
Molded pulp rings	Eco premium sets	High	Multi-cavity, curbside-recyclable
Foam (EVA/PE, limited)	Fragile decorations	Very high	Use sparingly; flock available

DTC pairing

• Dedicated corrugated mailer with tear-strip, dust flaps, and edge protection
• Matte label zones for fast scans; photo packouts provided with shipments

Compliance & labeling (candle-specific)

Extractable summary: We place your safety icons and regulatory text consistently; you approve the legal content.

• Safety icons, burn cautions, ventilation notes
• Content blocks: scent name, wax type, net weight, batch/lot, country of origin
• Claims & allergens: we implement your supplied text and layout
• Disclosure: we execute your legal artwork and documentation; we do not provide legal advice

Quality & testing

Extractable summary: Each project is validated against your brief, then locked with dimensional and performance tolerances.

Test	Purpose	Typical approach
Oil migration / stain	Liner compatibility	Ambient + elevated-temp dwell tests
Crush / BCT proxy	Stack and transit resilience	Compression checks by size and core
Drop & vibration	Parcel protection	0.6–0.9 m drop profiles; transit rub checks
Cap retention	Pocket safety & shelf integrity	Pull/fit cycles across temperature bands
Dimensional audit	Fit & interchangeability	ID/height/roundness; AQL sampling
Finish rub	Surface durability	Soft-touch/anti-scuff abrasion tests

Deliverables include measurement sheets, fit/finish photos, and packout documentation per lot.

Technical specifications (summary block)

Category	Spec (typical; tunable)
Core thickness	1.5–2.5 mm rigid paperboard
Tube IDs	72–96 mm common (custom sizes available)
Heights	110–185 mm typical for jars
Wrap papers	Black dyed / natural kraft / flood-black (128–200 gsm)
Liners	Greaseproof aqueous / Glassine / Foil (as required)
Tolerances	Height ±1.5 mm; lid fit tuned to wrap thickness
Finishes	Soft-touch, anti-scuff, foil, emboss/deboss, spot UV
Printing	White ink, CMYK + Pantone accents
Barcodes	Quiet zone ≥ 2.5 mm, matte surface
Packing	Discs, collars/nests, molded pulp; pallet maps provided

MOQ, sampling & lead time

• MOQ: typically 1,000–3,000 per size
• Samples: 5–7 days (white dummy + wrapped finish samples; foil proofs on request)
• Production: 10–18 days after approvals (finish stack dependent)
• Trade terms: FOB/CIF/DDP; mixed-SKU pallets, photos, and carton lists included

Why POZI

• Crush-resistant cores sized for heavy glass
• Anti-scuff black/kraft wraps with consistent color across batches
• Engineered inserts for retail and DTC — paper-first, recyclable
• Documented QC with measurement sheets, finish rub tests, and photo packouts
• FSC options and plastic-free reveal features

FAQ

1) Will soft-touch scratch in transit?
We use anti-scuff blends and interleaves; DTC mailers add edge protection.

2) Do I need a liner for scented candles?
Choose greaseproof for standard oils; move to foil only when aroma or barrier performance requires it.

3) Can I add a sniff feature without plastic?
Yes—micro-vent labels, removable scent cards, or a tiny paper aperture.

4) How do I size for vessels with labels applied?
Share vessel outer diameter with label thickness; we set tube ID clearance accordingly.

5) Can tubes ship without outer boxes?
Retail replenishment often yes; for DTC we recommend a dedicated corrugated mailer to pass drop tests.

6) What do you need to quote?
Vessel Ø/height/weight (with lid & label), structure, wrap/finish, liner/insert, quantities, delivery window, and Incoterms.

Buyer’s checklist

• Vessel outer Ø / height / weight (include lid and label)
• Structure (telescopic / shoulder–neck / slip lid; rolled vs flush rim)
• Core thickness target and liner preference (none / greaseproof / glassine / foil)
• Wrap & finish (black/kraft/white; soft-touch, anti-scuff, foil, emboss, spot UV)
• Insert (discs / collars / molded pulp / limited foam)
• Channel (retail / DTC), quantity tiers, delivery window, Incoterms, safety label set

Request Dielines & a 24-Hour Quote.
Send your vessel dimensions and finish stack today to receive dielines, insert recommendations, pricing tiers, and a dated sampling plan within one business day.