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CANDLE & WAX MELT LABELLING GUIDE

Candle CLP Labels & UK Labelling Requirements

Need labels for a candle or wax melt product? This guide explains the role of CLP labelling, the information you may need to display and how to choose a practical label size. Once your information or artwork is ready, Go2Products can supply blank labels for you to print yourself or professionally printed labels using your artwork.

Important: We manufacture labels; we do not determine the legal classification of your candle, wax melt or fragrance formulation. Use the safety information supplied by your fragrance/raw-material supplier and current official guidance to establish the information your product requires.

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START WITH THE BASICS

What is a CLP label for candles?

CLP stands for Classification, Labelling and Packaging. Chemical classification and labelling rules communicate hazards associated with substances and mixtures. For candle makers, a fragranced candle or wax melt may contain ingredients which result in the finished mixture being classified as hazardous.

That does not mean every candle needs identical wording. What applies depends on the finished formulation and the substances and concentrations within it. Your fragrance supplier's safety documentation is therefore an important starting point when establishing the correct information for your own product. For the wider range of candle-label options, visit our Candle Labels Hub.

WHAT MIGHT APPEAR ON THE LABEL?

Common CLP label information

The exact content is product-specific, but where applicable a CLP label can include several types of hazard and supplier information.

01

Product identification

Clear identification of the product or mixture, including the relevant product or fragrance information.

02

Hazard pictograms

Where required by the classification, appropriate hazard pictograms communicate particular hazards visually.

03

Signal word

Where applicable, the classification may require the signal word Danger or Warning.

04

Hazard statements

Required hazard statements describe the nature and, where appropriate, degree of the identified hazard.

05

Precautionary statements

Relevant precautionary wording can explain recommended measures to minimise or prevent adverse effects.

06

Supplier information

Applicable supplier identification and contact information should be presented as required for your product.

Where should you get the wording?

Do not copy another candle brand's CLP label. Use information for your own formulation and fragrance concentration, together with supplier documentation and official guidance.

View HSE guidance →
CHOOSING A LABEL

Popular CLP label sizes for candles

Your CLP label needs enough room for the information applicable to your product while remaining clear and legible. Always measure the actual flat area available on your container before ordering.

See our full Candle Label Size Guide →
HOW DO YOU WANT THEM SUPPLIED?

Print your own or let us print them for you

PRINT YOURSELF

Blank CLP Label Sheets

Choose blank A4 sheets in the size and material that suits your packaging and print each batch yourself.

  • Inkjet and laser-compatible options
  • Round and rectangular sizes
  • Ideal for changing fragrances or small batches
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Need more room than a single CLP or information label provides? See our Peel & Reveal Candle Labels for multi-layer label options, or Candle Labels on Rolls for larger production runs.

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HELP & ADVICE

Candle CLP Label FAQs

Do all candles need the same CLP label?

No. The information required depends on the classification of the finished product, which can vary with ingredients and concentrations.

Do fragranced candles need CLP labels?

Fragranced candles can fall within chemical classification and labelling requirements where ingredients in the finished mixture trigger a hazard classification. Requirements depend on the formulation.

What information can a candle CLP label contain?

Depending on the applicable classification, information can include product identification, hazard pictograms, a signal word, hazard and precautionary statements and supplier information.

Where can I put a CLP label on a candle?

Candle makers often use the base or another suitable area of the container for secondary safety information. The label should fit securely and keep the required information clear and legible.

What size CLP label should I use?

There is no single size for every candle. Popular compact options include 37mm round and 63.5 × 38.1mm rectangles, while a 64mm round label provides more space. See our Candle Label Size Guide for visual size comparisons.

Can I print my own CLP labels?

Yes. Once you have prepared the correct information and artwork, you can order blank Go2Products label sheets and print them yourself.

Can Go2Products print my CLP labels?

Yes. Supply your finished artwork through our Personalised Labels product and we can professionally print the labels for you.

Does Go2Products create or approve CLP information?

No. Go2Products supplies labels and printing. Responsibility for determining the classification and legally required information for a formulation remains with the business placing the product on the market.

Can I use peel & reveal labels for candle information?

Peel & reveal labels provide extra printable space where more information is needed. Check the requirements applying to your product to establish where mandatory information must appear. See our Peel & Reveal Candle Labels for Candles & Home Fragrance page for more information.

READY TO ORDER?

Got your CLP artwork ready?

Choose professionally printed labels and upload your artwork, or order blank sheets and print your candle labels yourself.

This page provides general information about candle and wax melt labelling and is not legal or regulatory advice. Requirements can change and can differ according to product composition and where the product is placed on the market. Check current official guidance and obtain specialist advice where necessary.