Candle Builders Drop Shipping Sellers Guide

Our Candle Builders Drop Shipping Guide explains everything you need to know to start Drop Shipping your private label candles with us.

Finished candle showing it can be customized with your branding.

Profitably Build Your Own Premium Candle Brand

Candle Builders produces, labels, and fulfills your private label candle line quickly in the USA with integrated drop shipping.


No inventory. No hassle. Just premium candles branded for you.

How Your Drop Ship Candle Orders Are Fulfilled

  • Step 1: Order Received

    Your customer places an order on your store. We're notified instantly through our integration app.

  • Step 2: Production Begins

    We print and apply your custom label to each candle. Every order passes quality control before packaging.

  • Step 3: Packaged & Shipped

    Orders ship directly to your customer within 1-2 days. Tracking updates automatically sync to your store.

Our Integration App Works With:

Shopify Integration App 2.0 with Candle Builders to dropship your private label brand

Shopify

Available Now
Squarespace Integration App 2.0 with Candle Builders to dropship your private label brand

Squarespace

Available Now
WooCommerce Integration App 2.0 with Candle Builders to dropship your private label brand

WooCommerce

Available Now
Etsy Integration App 2.0 with Candle Builders to dropship your private label brand

Etsy

Limited
Popup Store Integration App 2.0 with Candle Builders to dropship your private label brand

Popup Store

Coming Soon

Candle Builders App 2.0 integration with your online store & automatically sends orders to our production team. When the order ships, App 2.0 automatically add the shipment details and tracking to your online store.

Why Drop Ship With Candle Builders?

  • Fast USA Production

    ✔️ Drop ships in 1-2 business days
    ✔️ Hand-poured in New Hampshire
    ✔️ 20,000+ Candles On-Deck

  • True Private Label Dropshipping

    ✔️ 100% Branded With Your Label
    ✔️ Commercial Quality Labels
    ✔️ No Inventory to Prebuy

  • Premium Quality

    ✔️ 100% Non-Toxic
    ✔️ USA Made Wax & Scents
    ✔️ Pure Soy Wax Candles

What Your Customers Will Receive

  • What's in the Box?

    Your customer receives their candle in a protective shipping box with a plain packing slip showing only order details. The candle is placed in a clear plastic bag to protect the label during transit. Zero Candle Builders branding anywhere.

  • The Finished Product In Action

    Professional label placement, quality soy wax burn, and premium glass presentation. Your customers see a boutique candle brand, not a dropshipped product.

Candle Jars Available

All drop ship pricing includes your product, custom label, & shipping with no hidden fees.

4oz Clear Jars

Burn Time: 25-30 Hours
4oz Clear Candle
Jar Color: Clear
Jar Size: 2.37" x 2.71"
Wax Volume: 3.5oz (99g)
Drop Ship Price: $8.00
Base Shipping: 6.00

4oz Amber Jars

Burn Time: 25-30 Hours
4oz Amber Candle
Jar Color: Amber
Jar Size: 2.37" x 2.71"
Wax Volume: 3.5oz (99g)
Drop Ship Price: $8.00
Base Shipping: 6.00

9oz Clear Jars

Burn Time: 40-60 Hours
9oz Clear Candle
Jar Color: Clear
Jar Size: 2.9" x 3.5"
Wax Volume: 7.5oz (212g)
Drop Ship Price: $9.25
Base Shipping: 7.00

9oz Amber Jars

Burn Time: 40-60 Hours
9oz Amber Candle
Jar Color: Amber
Jar Size: 2.9" x 3.5"
Wax Volume: 7.5oz (212g)
Drop Ship Price: $9.75
Base Shipping: 7.00

13.75oz Jars

Burn Time: 60-80 Hours
13.75oz Candle
Jar Color: Clear
Jar Size: 2.95" x 5.25"
Wax Volume: 13.75oz (390g)
Drop Ship Price: $11.80
Base Shipping: 8.00

*All prices subject to change

Customer Shipping Savings on Multi-Candle Orders

The highest base shipping rate applies first, then just $2.00 per additional candle. Mix and match any sizes. All shipping rates are for the USA.

International Shipping

Orders shipping outside the USA have a base shipping rate of $25.00 for any size candle. Each additional candle adds $6.00 to shipping.

Standard Label Sizes & Options

  • Amber jar with white label and candle on a white background

    White Labels

    Our white candle jar labels are printed in full color at up to 1200 DPI for high-quality, professional results. We use Polypropylene (BOPP) material with a satin finish giving it a slight semi-gloss look.

    Label Sizes:

    4oz: 2.25" x 1.5"
    9oz: 3.0" x 2.0"
    13.75oz: 3.0" x 3.75"

  • Amber jar candle with kraft label and plain candle on a white background

    Kraft Labels

    Our kraft brown labels are made from paper-based material with an earthy, rustic look. With a natural textured feel and the right artwork, you can achieve a vintage brand design.


    Label Sizes:
    9oz: 3.0" x 2.0"

  • Two candle jars with one having a customizable label on a white background

    Clear Labels (9oz Clear Jar Only)

    Our clear candle jar labels are perfect when you want your label art to pop off the jar. Available on 9oz clear jars only.

    Label Sizes:

    9oz: 3.0" x 2.0"

Wrap Label Options

  • Brown amber jar with white label on a white background, featuring text and branding.

    Wrap White Labels

    Our 2"x7" white wrap labels also uses Polypropylene (BOPP) material.

    Label Sizes:

    9oz Wrap: 7.0" x 2.0" (approx 80% Jar Coverage)

  • 9oz amber jar with kraft label on a white background

    Wrap Kraft Labels

    Our 2"x7" kraft wrap labels also uses the same paper-based material with an earthy, rustic look.


    Label Sizes:
    9oz Wrap: 7.0" x 2.0" (approx. 80% coverage)

Need help with setting up your labels?

Our Label Specs & Design Guidelines page provides all the size and art details you will need for our print-on-demand candles.

Label Guidelines

Lid Color Options

  • Black

    Fits 4oz & 9oz

  • Gold

    Fits 9oz

  • White

    Fits 9oz

  • Black Matte

    Fits 9oz

Premium Scent Collection

We offer 9 premium scents, all made in the USA from essential oils and fragrances. Non-toxic and carefully selected for quality.

Icon representing Vanilla Bean scent
Vanilla Bean
A delight of rich vanilla bean introduced with warm undertones of Tonka bean & whipped cocoa.
Icon representing Comfort Spice scent
Comfort Spice
A fall celebration of brown sugar and cinnamon stick with a lemon blend, vanilla extract & pralines.
Icon representing Sea Breeze scent
Sea Breeze
A burst of citrus collides with lavender, cedarwood & jasmine petals coupled with hints of patchouli, crushed rosemary & oakmoss.
Icon representing Honeysuckle scent
Honeysuckle
Delivering a vibrant floral aroma with bergamot, golden honeysuckle, jasmine, and a calming sandalwood finish.
Icon representing Unscented
Unscented
Sometimes you just need the ambiance of the flame.
Icon representing Eucalyptus Lavender Herb scent
Eucalyptus Lavender Herb
A fresh fusion of Eucalyptus and Lavender with a twist of earthy undertones.
Icon representing Spiced Pumpkin Ginger scent
Spiced Pumpkin Ginger
A blend of spiced pumpkin and fresh ginger, combined with warm undertones of fall spices.
Icon representing Fresh Balsam scent
Fresh Balsam
A cool and woodsy blend of balsam, crisp eucalyptus, fir branches and cedarwood.
Icon representing Pink Grapefruit scent
Pink Grapefruit
A sweet pink grapefruit layered with a beautifully balanced blend of citron.

Handcrafted Quality

Every candle is hand-poured in small batches by skilled artisans at our New Hampshire facility.

Premium Ingredients

We use 100% pure soy wax made in the USA and non-toxic, phthalate-free scents. No paraffin, no cheap fillers, no cutting corners.

Scents That Performs

Perfectly balanced scent that fills the room without overwhelming it.

Private Label Candles, Done Right

Your customers see your brand, not ours.
Premium candles that represent your brand and your brand alone.

Pricing Your Candles

Working with Candle Builders means you are offering a premium candle, not a massed produced cheap product. Therefore, it is suggested that you position your drop ship candles as a Premium Product and price them accordingly. Examples are for education purposes only.

4oz Amber Jar Candle

Costs
Candle $8.00
Flat Rate Shipping $6.00
Your Total Cost: $14.00

Your Retail
Candle $16
Shipping $6
Total Sale $22

Gross Profit: $8.00

9oz Clear Jar Candle

Costs
Candle $9.25
Flat Rate Shipping $7.00
Your Total Cost: $16.25


Your Retail
Selling Price $22
Shipping $7
Total Sale $29

Gross Profit: $12.75

13.75oz Candle

Costs
Candle $11.80
Flat Rate Shipping $8.00
Your Total Cost: $19.80

Your Retail
Candle $30
Shipping $8
Total Sale $38

Gross Profit: $18.20

Shows the safetly labels on the bottom of our 9oz candles. The Safetly label meets the National Candle Associations safety standards for fire safety.

ASTM F-2058 Safety Labels Included

Candle Builders places safety labels on the bottom of all candle jars. These labels meet ASTM F-2058, as recommended by the National Candle Association to meet the Standard Specification for Candle Fire Safety Labeling.

The labels do not include any Candle Builders branding. They contain two or three letters indicating the scent. The label layout may change depending on the jar type, size, and scent, but will always meet ASTM F-2058 requirements.

You can also expect to see the candle wax type, the net weight of the wax, and the expected burn time on each safety label.

Drop Shipping FAQ's

Where does Candle Builders ship from?

Candle Builders is proudly American owned and operated in New England. We pour our candles & ship them from our facility in Newfields, New Hampshire.

Are there fees for private label branding?

No, there are no art setup fees ot hidden fees of any kind for printiing your artwork.

What is the product guarantee?

We want both you and your customer to be happy. Therefore, Candle Builders will promptly replace any products that arrive incorrectly or damaged in shipping.

Please CONTACT US within 14 days of receipt.

How can I order samples?

Ordering samples is easy. Please visit our Sample Candles page.

What payment methods do we accept?

Candle Builders securely accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, AMEX, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Shop Pay.

For our drop ship clients, your customers will not see any of your billing or payment information anywhere in the shipping box.

Are there any packing slips?

Our drop ship order have a simple and unbranded packing slip in the box. It contains the customers information and products ordered. There are no identifying marks that say "Candle Builders"

How fast will drop ship orders take to ship out?

Drop ship orders leave within 1-2 business days.

Please note that production times can be a bit longer during peak holiday times.

Need More Info?

Our Product Guide covers jar specifications, label requirements, and technical details. Operating a retail store and want to stock shelves? Our Wholesale Guide explains bulk ordering, MOQs, and wholesale pricing for brick-and-mortar locations.

Product Guide
Wholesale Guide

Are you ready to get started with Candle Builders?

Apply for a an account & get full access to our Private Labels Candles
Easy Application | Get Approval Within 2 Days | Drop Shipping & Wholesale

Apply For An Account

Want Samples?

Of course you do! You can place a sample order from our Sample Product Page. No wholesale account necessary.

Place A Sample Order

Questions About Drop Shipping Candles?
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A Candle Builders team member will contact you within 1 business day.