Enjoy the peaceful scents of a Maine summer from wherever you are each time you light these candles. Each candle is hand-poured using 100% soy wax from soy grown in the USA. Approximate burn time for these 9 oz candle is 65 hours. Candle Care The first time you light a candle, always make sure the wax melts to the edge of the container before extinguishing. Otherwise, the wax will tunnel and shorten the candle's overall burn time. Before each subsequent lighting, trim the wick to 1/4." Fire Safety Only burn the candle on a level, fire-resistant surface. Keep away from flammable materials. Do not burn for more than 4 hours at a time. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Never leave a burning candle unattended!