A look at the candle industry in Russia

• Candle Industry Market in Russia

  The export volume of candles, tapers and similar products from Russia in 2020 amounted to $2.73 million with a weight of 1.07 thousand tons. The maximum export volume was in October 2020 and the minimum was in May 2020. The average export price of candles, tapers and similar products ranged from $1.52 thousand to $4.12 thousand per ton.

  Weight,  tons	Cost, $	Period
  123.91	258.87 thousand	2020-01
  51.29	211.4 thousand	2020-02
  80.46	156.5 thousand	2020-03
  100.43	152.44 thousand	2020-04
  36.22	107.16 thousand	2020-05
  42.09	124.34 thousand	2020-06
  52.87	177.04 thousand	2020-07
  61.71	186.73 thousand	2020-08
  82.48	265.51 thousand	2020-09
  170.63	417.87 thousand	2020-10
  145.51	373.97 thousand	2020-11
  120.83	297.38 thousand	2020-12

Candle Exports from Russia

Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Belarus, the Netherlands and Latvia are the largest recipients of candles, thin wax candles and similar products from Russia.

• The best scented candles in the world
  “YANKEE CANDLE Warm Cashmere”

  Products of the American brand “YANKEE CANDLE” are successfully sold in 20 countries of the world, including Russia. The brand has more than 150 unique aromatic compositions based on natural waxes and natural plant extracts. YANKEE CANDLE Warm Cashmere candles are available in miniature sizes weighing 49 and 104 grams and in large sizes weighing 411 and 623 grams. The largest size is sold in a stylish glass jar with a heavy lid and burns for 150 hours. The candle has a pleasant pink-beige color. This product is ideal for creating a warm and relaxing atmosphere in the bedroom.

  “TIZIANA TERENZI Andromeda”

  Perfumers of the famous Italian brand “Tiziana Terenzi” have launched a line of unique scented candles based on purified hydrogenated wax. The composition of its candles includes 20% of the highest quality natural aromatic essential oils. Another distinctive feature of this product is its wooden wick. When burning, the wick burns pleasantly and imitates the sounds of a fireplace. The candle is sold in a golden glass container decorated with the brand logo. In addition, thanks to the use of Air Therapy technology, the candle emits a large amount of pure water vapor during the burning process, which contributes to the correct and balanced humidification of the air in the room. Due to the negative ionization of the space, dust particles settle and the air becomes cleaner.

  “WOODWICK Fireside”

  The American manufacturer of scented candles “WoodWick” offers its customers extraordinary innovations that bring a multi-sensory experience. A distinctive feature of the candles of this brand is the wide wooden wicks. The special patented design of the wick creates a pleasant crackling sound when burning. The manufacturer uses natural soy wax as the base for the WOODWICK Fireside candle, which is completely safe for human health. The range includes candles of various weights – 31, 85, 275, 453, 609 grams. The listed options guarantee continuous burning from 8 to 160 hours. Given that the candles are placed in stylish glass containers with lids, they adequately decorate the interior and help create a unique home atmosphere.

  “Laboratorium Passion Fruit & Cream”

  The Russian brand of organic cosmetics “Laboratorium” presents its line of scented candles based on soy and natural coconut wax. The candle “Laboratorium Passion Fruit & Cream” does not contain animal products, and its aroma is due exclusively to natural aromatic oils. All candles of the Laboratorium brand are handmade, which is especially nice in the age of complete automation. The manufacturer offers two versions of the “Passion Fruit & Cream” candle – 100 ml candles that burn for 12 hours and 380 ml candles that burn for 35 hours. Unlike paraffin candles, the soy wax formulation burns for a very long time and is economical to use.

  “Ambientair The Olphactory Black Pause Cashmere”

  The famous Spanish brand “Ambientair” has been a leader in the European home fragrance market for 20 years. The “Olphactory Black Pause Cashmere” candle is made on the basis of natural wax of plant origin, which does not pose a threat to human health. The gentle and warm aroma of “cashmere wood” is due to the content of natural plant extracts and high-quality perfume compositions. Candles of the “Ambientair” brand do not contain alcohol or toxic substances. They can be used both for aromatization at home or at work, and as a complement to any SPA procedure. The total time of continuous burning of the candle reaches 40 hours. The manufacturer recommends trimming the wick edge after each use of the candle.

  Russian Candle Factory “Yabloko”

  Russian Candle Factory “Yabloko” has been producing aromatic compositions for every taste for many years. The “Apple” candle has a bright sweet and fruity smell and a pleasant green color. The manufacturer claims that the aromatic composition has a strengthening and beneficial effect on the human body. However, the presence of artificial flavors and colors in the composition makes experts wary of such claims. The candle base is a mixture of paraffin and wax. This composition is sold in a small glass jar with a lid, which allows you to properly extinguish the flame after use. The candle is easily and quickly lit, and its total burning time is 13 hours. Many users note that the aroma of the candle is stronger before use than when the wick is burning.

• “CandleKraft Sandalwood Aroma”

The Russian workshop “CandleKraft” produces a collection of scented candles with a magnificent design based on 100% soy wax. When producing the candle “CandleKraft Sandalwood Aroma”, the manufacturer uses only first-class aromatic components of English production. This aromatic composition has a gentle woody aroma, which combines notes of sandalwood, musk, ylang-ylang and cedar. Most users note that “CandleKraft” products are a real find for creating a warm romantic atmosphere.

Unlike most competitors, the candle “CandleKraft Sandalwood Aroma” is handmade. Thanks to the attractive design of the frosted glass container and the unique wooden lid, the products of this young brand are worthy of decorating any interior.

“Stella Fragrance MACAROON YUZU”

Another Russian manufacturer of handmade scented candles that definitely deserves attention is called “Stella Fragrance”. The charming candle “MACAROON YUZU” is a complex multifaceted combination of high-quality natural essential oils. The candle is presented in a stylish brown glass container. It creates an even flame and a bright light that illuminates romantic dinners, family gatherings and relaxing meditation. Given the democratic pricing policy of the brand, the “Stella Fragrance MACAROON YUZU” candle can be considered the best option in terms of price-quality ratio.

Leading candle manufacturers in Russia:

LLC `GESTA`, LLC `HPP `SOFRINO` ROC`, LLC `NOVOSIBIRSK VOSKOZAVOD`, LLC `CANDLE YARD WHITE`, LLC `ZIBAREVA N.I`, LLC `RM `CANDLE YARD`, LLC `Jupiter`, LLC `OSZ` , LLC `DANKA`, LLC `VERESK PLUS`, LLC `CANDLE DVOR`, LLC `MKR`, LLC `ANTEY-KANDL`, LLC `CANDLE`, LLC `SIBIRSKY CANDLE FACTORY`, LLC `RSM`, LLC `SVECHMAG`, JSC `NEFIS COSMETICS

Major imported brands:

IKEA, FUN, BOLSIUS, SINSAY, H&M, ZARA HOME, JO MALONE, PARTY, MILAND, PARTY BOOM, WAVE OF FUN, SNOW LACE, KUCHENLAND, SPAAS, WITH LOVE, DIPTYQUE, WOODWICK, CHRISTIAN DIOR, YANKEE CANDLE, ACTUEL, VOLUSPA, KOOPMAN, YIWU JYAO IMPORT&EXPORT CO., LTD

Major foreign suppliers:

IKEA SUPPLY AG, UNION SOURCE CO., LTD, BOLSIUS POLSKA SPRZEDAZ SP. ZOO, VALUE INDUSTRIAL LTD, LPP SA, NINGBO B&B INTERNATIONAL TRADING CO., LTD, H&M HENNES & MAURITZ GBC AB, ZARA HOME ESPANA SA, ESTEE LAUDER BV, AMSCAN ASIA LTD, BARTEK CANDLES MALGORZATA I JANUSZ BRYLKOWSCY SPOLKA JAWNA, NINGBO OXEN IMPORT AND EXPORT CO., LTD, YANKEE CANDLE COMPANY (EUROPE) LTD, MAOMING CITY CRAFTWORK CANDLE CO., LTD, SPAAS KAARSEN NV, KOOPMAN INTERNATIONAL RUSSIA BV, FESTA (GUANGZHOU) CO., LTD, DIPTYQUE SAS ., MERCURY DISTRIBUTION SA , TRUE UNIVERSE TRADE CO., LTD, HANG FUNG CANDLE CO., LTD, YIWU YOUDA IMPORT & EXPORT CO., LTD, GENERAL CONSOLIDATED IMPEX LTD, CERERIA TERENZI EVELINO SRL, SHIJIAZHUANG KELAISI IMPORT & EXPORT TRADE CO., LTD TRADING CO., LTD, FLAME AND WAX INC, YORK PL SP. Zoo

Global Candle Market Outlook

The global candle market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.4% during the period 2023-2028.

Key and important factors for the presence of Iranian manufacturers in the Russian market

According to the initial research conducted on the candle industry in the large Russian market and considering the key factors:

High and consistent quality of manufactured products

Preferential tariffs on import duties of Iranian goods to Russia

Low export costs of Iranian products to Russia compared to Western goods

The proximity and proximity of Iran and Russia as a logistical advantage and the possibility of exporting Iranian goods to Russia by various methods such as land, rail and sea transportation in the shortest time and at low shipping prices

The absence of a large part of the market from famous Western brands

The possibility of rapid expansion of market share and access to the competitive and trade space in Russia