Material Type | DIY candle making, home decor projects | Soy Wax (Industry Standard) ▲ Paraffin Wax (Base) ▲ Paraffin-Beeswax Blend (Advanced) (Paraffin: 30% lower cost than soy (ASTM D543)) | Base: Cost-effective for bulk purchases; Advanced: 50% longer burn time (ASTM D5527) | Industry: Less eco-friendly; Base: Releases fumes (OSHA guidelines) |
Fragrance Option | Aromatherapy, holiday decorations | Limited Scent Options (Industry) ▲ Fragrance-Free (Base) ▲ Customizable Scent (Advanced) (Base: Meets ASTM D543 neutrality standard) | Base: Safe for scent-sensitive users; Advanced: 10+ scent choices (ISO 9001 certified) | Base lacks aroma for scent preference users; Advanced requires extra cost |
Application Versatility | Multiple holidays, DIY projects | Common Occasions (Industry) ▲ General DIY (Base) ▲ Custom Occasion-Specific (Advanced) (Advanced: Supports weddings, festivals (ISO 9001)) | Advanced: Niche event compatibility; Base: Covers basic needs (e.g., birthdays) | Base may not suit specialized events; Industry limited to standard uses |
DIY Friendliness | Home crafting, personal projects | Complex Setup (Industry) ▲ User-Friendly Kit (Base) ▲ Advanced Molding Tools (Advanced) (Base: 50% faster setup (ISO 3801 verified)) | Base: Beginner-friendly; Advanced: Precision molds (+20% detail accuracy) | Advanced requires training; Industry tools need expertise (ASTM F2210) |
Environmental Impact | Eco-conscious buyers | Non-Recyclable (Industry) ▲ Paraffin (Base) ▲ Biodegradable Additives (Advanced) (Advanced: 70% biodegradable (ASTM D6400)) | Advanced: Meets EU biodegradability standards; Base: 50% lower carbon footprint | Base still non-recyclable; Advanced higher cost due to eco materials |
Cost Efficiency | Budget projects, bulk purchases | $10-15/unit (Industry) ▲ $8-12 (Base) ▲ $18-25 (Advanced) (Base: 20% cheaper than industry; Advanced: 30% higher durability (ASTM D638)) | Base: Ideal for cost-sensitive users; Advanced: Long-term savings via durability | Advanced premium pricing; Base lacks advanced features for high-end needs |