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Candle Fragrance Load Calculator — Percentage & Ounces by Wax Weight

Fragrance oz = wax oz × (load % ÷ 100).

Compute fragrance load in ounces from wax weight and fragrance percentage. Planning estimates only — verify measurements independently.

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  • Interpret

    Treat this as a planning estimate

    Primary result: Fragrance oil = 1.28 oz. Re-run with optimistic and pessimistic inputs to understand the range—not just a single point.

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Terms & how it works

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  • Wax weight (oz)

    The “Wax weight (oz)” value used in this tool’s formula. Adjust it to see results update live.

  • Fragrance load (%)

    The “Fragrance load (%)” value used in this tool’s formula. Adjust it to see results update live.

How this calculator works

Compute fragrance load in ounces from wax weight and fragrance percentage. Planning estimates only — verify measurements independently. Fragrance oz = wax oz × (load % ÷ 100). Example: 16 oz soy wax at 8% load → 1.28 oz fragrance oil.

Fragrance oz = wax oz × (load % ÷ 100).

Example: 16 oz soy wax at 8% load → 1.28 oz fragrance oil.

When to use this Candle Fragrance Load

Common use cases

  • Compute fragrance load in ounces from wax weight and fragrance percentage.
  • Sanity-check with this case: 16 oz soy wax at 8% load → 1.28 oz fragrance oil.
  • The relationship is: Fragrance oz = wax oz × (load % ÷ 100).

Localized examples

  • Crafters, Makers & DIY: the example on this page uses the same formula as the widget.

What you get

  • Fields: Wax weight (oz), Fragrance load (%)
  • Fragrance oz = wax oz × (load % ÷ 100).
  • Example on the page: 16 oz soy wax at 8% load → 1.28 oz fragrance oil.

How to Calculate Candle Fragrance Load Step-by-Step

  1. 1Enter Wax weight (oz), Fragrance load (%). Use the values you have, not a catalog average, unless that is all you know.
  2. 2Fragrance oz = wax oz × (load % ÷ 100).
  3. 3Worked case: 16 oz soy wax at 8% load → 1.28 oz fragrance oil.
  4. 4Order a little extra. Resin, fabric, and clay do not read a spreadsheet.

Governing formula

Fragrance oz = wax oz × (load % ÷ 100).

16 oz soy wax at 8% load → 1.28 oz fragrance oil.

Example: set Wax weight (oz) = 16, Fragrance load (%) = 8, then read the result.

Variable definitions

  • waxOz

    Wax weight (oz)

    The “Wax weight (oz)” field. Default 16; typical range 4–128.

  • fragrancePct

    Fragrance load (%)

    The “Fragrance load (%)” field. Default 8; typical range 0–12.

  • Volume math (Fragrance oz = wax oz × (load % ÷ 100).) does not include your waste, test pour, or the batch that cures wrong. Add a buffer.
  • Nothing here is uploaded for the calculation itself.

Frequently Asked Questions

Fragrance oz = wax oz × (load % ÷ 100).

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Aisha K.

Mar 12, 2026

Clean layout and the results update instantly. Exactly what I needed for a quick planning check.

Daniel R.

Feb 28, 2026

Very usable on mobile. Would love a save/export option later, but the math feels solid.

Priya S.

Feb 3, 2026

The FAQ section answered my questions before I even had to search. Smooth dark mode too.

Marcus L.

Jan 19, 2026

Simple inputs, clear outputs. This replaced three bookmarks I used to juggle.

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