2026-10-13
This case study shows how artisan candle and soap producers serving Russia and Central Asia upgraded their moulds with HN-6XX Series tin-cure (condensation-cure) RTV-2 liquid silicone rubber from Shenzhen Hanast New Materials. The softer HN-610 and HN-615 grades deliver fine detail, clean release and no oil bleed—ideal for fragranced candles and decorative soaps.
Candle and soap moulds must capture delicate detail—petals, reliefs and fine textures—while releasing cleanly again and again. The producers needed:
HN-6XX is a two-component tin-cure RTV-2 silicone. Components A and B are mixed 100:2 by weight and cure at room temperature into a high-performance elastomer, offering ten hardness grades from Shore A 5 to 50.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mix ratio (A:B) | 100:2 by weight |
| Pot life | 30–40 min at 25°C |
| Cure (room temperature) | 12–24 h full cure |
| Post-cure maturation | 24 h before first use |
| Oil bleed | None (non-oily) |
| Linear shrinkage | ≤0.3% |
| Elongation | 500–750% |
| Shelf life | 12 months |
| Model | Hardness | Recommended Use |
|---|---|---|
| HN-610 / HN-615 | Shore A 10–15 | Candles, soaps, delicate crafts |
| HN-620 / HN-625 | Shore A 20–25 | General crafts, resin, gypsum |
For candle and soap work the producers selected HN-610 and HN-615: soft enough for easy release, firm enough to hold crisp detail over many cycles.
For candle and soap makers in Russia and Central Asia, HN-6XX tin-cure liquid silicone rubber offers detailed reproduction, effortless release and dependable room-temperature curing at an economical cost. Shenzhen Hanast New Materials supports partners with samples, grade selection and technical guidance.