Q: how did you guys make the flame a different color????
A: We don't make the candles here at Vat19 and our manufacturer does not disclose the "recipe" for making the colored flames.
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Q: Can I reuse these candles if they are not burned completely on the first cake or are they a one-time use only product?
A: If the candles are still tall enough to stick into the cake and still have room to burn, then you could re-light them.
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Q: I WANT THE COLOR PIGMENT (CAN YOU ABLE TO SEND ME ALL COLOR)PLEASE ? AND WHAT WILL BE THE CHARGE FOR EACH COLOR ?
A: We're sorry, but we're not the manufacturer of Color Flames Candles. For that reason, we're unable to provide the service you're describing.
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Q: if you burn pottasium chloride copper chloride calcium chloride copper sulfate and strontium chloride would any of them re-lease dangerouse gases or chemicals into the air?
A: The chemicals in Color Flames candles are perfectly safe to burn.
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Q: how does the way the candle gets its color affect the way it burns
A: Our experience has not shown the candles to burn differently based upon their color.
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Q: Some of your answers say that the candles are made of wax and others say that they aren't, so which is it?
A: The Colored Flame Candles are not made from wax. Our intent was not to be misleading; it is easier to understand "wax" than "combination of special salts and metals, a bonding agent, and citric acid crystals".
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Q: how are the candles colored?
A: The candles get their color by adding dye to the food preservative, which is the main ingredient in the Color Flame candles.
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Q: are the melted wax (is it wax?) toxic ?
A: Color Flame Party Candles are non-toxic. They are not made from wax. Color Flame Party Candles are made from a combination of special salts and metals that create the colored flame, a bonding agent that keeps the candles strong, and the main ingredient consists of citric acid crystals, such as those used in food preservatives.
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Q: If only people asked this many questions about things that actually matter!!
A: I guess lots of curious products elicit lots of curious questions!
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Q: wait so do you know what chemicals are in the candles or don't you know? if you don't know... how can i find OUT????????????
A: Since our manufacturer does not disclose exactly how to make the Color Flame Candles, we cannot say for sure which chemicals they use or how much of each chemical. However, using our old chemistry class knowledge and some help from Google, we can make a decently educated guess about which chemicals might be used to make certain colors.
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Q: What type of chemicals are in a red,white,blue,and pink candle?
A: While we try to be as helpful as we can, we're not chemists and we're not the manufacturer of these candles and thus cannot answer this question.
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Q: how to give the candle flame the color green
A: Since the Color Flame Candle manufacturer does not give out this information, our best guess is that copper sulfate is used to create a green colored flame.
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Q: What is the melting point of theese candles?
A: The Color Flame Candles have a very high melting point, which is 140 degrees Fahrenheit. These candles don't have a problem with heat like most candles typically do because they are not made from wax or soy.
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Q: Can I order all 12 candles in one colour only? Are the candle plastic holders coloured to the candles? Eg. Orange holder to orange candle.
A: Color Flame Party Candles are only available in packs of assorted colors. All of the plastic holders are white.
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Q: What's the point of a white candle if it burns orange?
A: The white candle is like the "ugly friend" of the package. By simply standing next to the boring orange flame, all of the other candles look ten times better.
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Q: can i eat them? and if i do, what will they taste like?
A: Color Flame Party Candles are non-toxic, but we do not recommend eating them. Having never tasted them ourselves, we can't say for sure what they'd taste like, but we're sure it isn't pleasant.
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Q: wow that just ruined my day! i made up that idea and now someone else has already invented it!!!
A: Bummer. At least you don't have to go through the whole hassle of patents and manufacturing, though, and you can enjoy them right now. Just pretend that they're the ones you invented.
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Q: how are these candles made?
A: Color Flame candles are machine-made.
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Q: Can the candles fit in the Wishosaurus Candle Holder?
A: Yep, so you should buy both!
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Q: Color Flame Party Candles Do you have large candles (2-3 inches diameter by 6-8 inches high) that burn a specific color?
A: No, we do not have any other size of the Color Flame Candles.
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Q: what chemicals are in colored candles?
A: The manufacturer does not disclose exactly how to make the Color Flame Candles, so we cannot say for sure exactly what chemicals are used to make them.
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Q: can you give me the literature for this candle?......i need it tomorrow...for my investigatory project
A: What kind of information do you need for said investigatory project?
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Q: Where can i buy them?
A: Right here at Vat19.com!
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Q: What happens to the person if they eat the candle or breath in to much of the fumes?
A: Even though the Color Flame Party Candles are non-toxic, you still should not eat them. Licking the icing or cake off of them is fine, as this product passed a soluble elements test. This is a test where the product is put in contact with saliva to see if any toxic elements are transferred. Color Flames are non-toxic so the fumes aren't a worry.
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Q: Do they burn hotter than normal candles?
A: The Color Flame Party Candles do burn a little bit hotter than regular (boring) party candles. However, these candles do meet the safety requirements set by the American Standard for Testing Materials.
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Q: Where are these candles made? USA? China?
A: Color Flames candles are produced in China.
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Q: Why do the candles burn different colors?
A: That's the wonder of science! Different chemicals have different reactions (like giving off color!) to fire.
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Q: I am interested in ordering these and the "fire" candle , but I live in AZ and it's been over 110 degrees lately. I'm thinking I need to wait til things cool down, right?
A: We have not had any candles melt during shipping.
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Q: what causes chemicals to create color when they burn?
A: Since we aren't chemistry majors, our best answer is that's just the reaction some chemicals have when they come into contact with fire or extreme heat.
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Q: CAN U GET BURNED HE HE HE?
A: Burns are no laughing matter! Yes, these are real flames that could burn you.
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Q: where do you get the idea to create color flame party candle?
A: Vat19 is not the manufacturer of the Color Flames Candles. We just think they're really cool candles.
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Q: do the makers of these candles know of any colourful butchers or bakers?
A: Not off the top of our heads, but a colorful butcher sounds kind of scary.
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Q: I would like buy big candles just like this ones, with color flames. Do you guys have those?
A: We do not sell any other size of candles with colored flames.
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Q: WHY DO PEOPLE KEEP SENDING QESTIONS TO YOU GUYS IN ALL CAPS?
A: Not sure. We sure wish they'd use their spellchecker, though ;).
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Q: I think all the chloride salts are colorless,if it is true how does the color of candle body come from?
A: The wax is colored independently of the flame. It's just regular colored wax.
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Q: why white color candles burn faster than colored candles
A: Although we're not sure that the white candles do burn faster, it's definitely possible. Just as different chemical compounds create different colors of flames, they can also burn at different temperatures. If you find that the white candle burns faster, that's probably because it's burning at a slightly higher temperature.
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Q: what are the chemicals used to get blue and orange color flames
A: Sorry, the manufacturer does not disclose the specific ingredients used to make the colored flame candles.
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Q: I like to make a big splash and these candles look tiny do you have bigger versions 6 to 12 inches
A: We do not have larger candles with colored flames.
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Q: Some of these questions are so stupid, like hey I want to make big bucks and if you just tell me what they are I will steal the idea huh, (hey barney get me another beer and stop peeing in the frig)
A: We think some people are just curious or are concerned about safety. It's all good!
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Q: What's with all the weird questions. They are just birthday candles for the love of pete, not a science miracle. Buy them and just enjoy!!!!
A: While not a miracle, the Color Flame Candles are pretty impressive. You just don't see colored flames on every birthday cake! We agree with you - buy them and enjoy!
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Q: are the chemicals to make these candles hard to get? where can i get the chemicals?
A: Our manufacturer does not disclose the chemicals used to create the colored flames for these candles.
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Q: CaAn you make these candles in larger diameters?
A: The birthday candles that you see above are the only colored flame candles that we offer.
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Q: what chemicals are used to make the flames different colors?
A: While we're not sure what chemicals the candle makers used, you can get purple with potassium chloride, blue with copper chloride, orange with calcium chloride, green with copper sulfate, and red with strontium chloride. For most colors, there's actually more than one way to do it.
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Q: What is the weight of each box of 12 candles
A: Each box of Color Flame Party Candles weighs approximately 1.5 ounces.
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Q: what is burnt instead of parafin in colored flame candles?
A: Different elements in the wick create different colors when burned.
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Q: Are the candles or plastic holders edible? They look delicious.
A: No, we wouldn't recommend eating the candles. I'm sure the plastic holders are delicious. I mean, isn't all plastic? We're kidding. Don't eat the plastic, rubes!
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Q: Do you used color compound in wax or string?
A: Color Flames Candles do use dyes and chemicals to color both the wax and the string, but the manufacturer does not indicate precisely what is used to achieve those colors.
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Q: Is it the same guy answering all these questions? Okay now for my question. Do you make any bigger candles because that is what I am looking for, big colored candles.
A: Question 1: No, it is not always the same person answering questions. Question 2: Currently this is the only size of Color Flame Party Candles that we carry.
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Q: I WANT TO KNOW WHAT ARE THE CHEMICALS USED TO MAKE COLOUR FLAMMING ?
A: Hey, we want toilet seats made out of solid gold. But, sometimes what we want isn't in the cards (or has already been answered above, hint, hint).
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Q: What tests, if any, have been performed to check for toxic materials in the smoke and vapors given off by these candles when they are burned?
A: The manufacturer performed all relevant ASTM standard tests for candles. They also performed extra soluble element tests for detection of harmful products, and passed all of those tests.
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