Product Specifications
| Product Type | Poured tealight candle |
| Wax | Premium paraffin / paraffin-soy blend |
| Wax Color | Custom colors available |
| Container | Aluminum (sturdy, spillage-resistant) |
| Fragrance | Citronella, custom fragrance available |
| Size | Diameter 38mm |
| Wax Weight | Custom weights available |
| Label | Customized |
| Packaging | Bulk carton, retail box, custom packaging available |
| MOQ | 20,000-60,000 pcs depending on specifications, lower MOQ may be available for selected projects |
| Shipping | FOB Qingdao Port / CIF Destination Port as required |
| Payment Term | Unless otherwise agreed, 30% deposit before production and the remaining 70% balance before shipment. |
Our poured tealight candles are manufactured in-house by filling formulated wax into aluminum cups for stable commercial use and efficient bulk handling. The aluminum cup provides a practical container for the wax and is suitable for hospitality, dining, event, retail and other high-volume candle programs.
Available in 2–8 hour burn-time options, these poured tealight candles can be customized by wax type, color, fragrance and packaging according to project requirements. CandlesVela provides factory-direct bulk supply, OEM production and private label packaging for importers, wholesalers, retailers, hotels, restaurants, event suppliers and candle brands.
Pressed vs Poured Tealight Candles — Which Format Suits Your Market
| Specification | Pressed Tealight | Poured Tealight |
| Wax Type | Refined paraffin (compressed) | Paraffin / paraffin-soy blend (poured) |
| Cup | Uncased or clear cup or aluminium cup | Aluminium cup |
| Smoke / soot | Low smoke, dripless | Low smoke, less soot |
| Scent | Unscented or light scent | Custom scent available |
| Best for | Hotels, restaurants, events, religious, dining | Retail, religious, gifting, home decor |
View our Pressed Tealight Candles for more details.
Why Choose Aluminum Cup Tealight Candles?
The aluminum-cup format provides a compact and practical unit for commercial candle programs. It is convenient for packing, handling, storage and distribution, making it suitable for hotels, restaurants, event suppliers, retailers and wholesalers.
For buyers managing repeated or high-volume orders, the standardized cup format can also simplify product handling and packaging requirements while allowing different wax, fragrance, color and burn-time specifications to be developed around the target market.
Commercial Applications
Poured tealight candles in aluminum cups are suitable for:
- Hotels and restaurants
- Wedding and event suppliers
- Catering and hospitality programs
- Retail and wholesale distribution
- Religious and ceremonial use
- Seasonal and holiday programs
- Home décor and tabletop candle collections
For large-volume programs, specifications and packaging can be adjusted according to the buyer’s target market and distribution requirements.
OEM & Customization Options
CandlesVela supports OEM and private label programs for poured tealight candles in aluminum cups. Depending on order volume and specifications, customization can include:
- Wax formulation
- Burn-time specification
- Candle color
- Unscented option or custom fragrance options, including citronella where applicable, can be developed according to project requirements.
- Aluminum cup configuration
- Private label logo
- Individual or retail box packaging
- Master carton labeling
Custom specifications are reviewed according to production requirements, order volume and packaging needs.
Usage Information
- Place the tealight on a stable, level and heat-resistant surface before lighting.
- Keep sufficient space around the flame and keep the candle away from drafts.
- Trim the wick to approximately 5–6 mm before lighting when necessary.
- Do not move the candle while it is burning or while the wax is liquid.
- Extinguish the candle carefully and allow the wax and aluminum cup to cool before handling.
- For commercial and event use, follow applicable local candle safety requirements.
Safety Warning
- Never leave a burning candle unattended.
- Keep away from children, pets, flammable materials, curtains, paper and other heat-sensitive objects.
- Do not place candles near drafts or on unstable surfaces.
- Never touch or move the candle while the wax is hot.
- Allow the aluminum cup and surrounding surface to cool before handling.
- Discontinue use before the flame reaches a level that could cause the cup or surrounding surface to overheat.
Related Tealight & Votive Candles
- Citronella tealights in aluminum cups — outdoor insect-repellent variant, same cup size.
- Red votive candles — for churches, events and hotel amenities.
- Back to tealight and votive candle wholesale catalog.