Household recycling
How to Recycle Candles
Wax candles, votive candles, and decorative candles.
RecyclableUpdated Jun 2026
Quick answer
It depends. The wax usually isn't recyclable, but the container often is. Freeze leftover wax and pop it out, then recycle a clean glass or metal jar curbside; better yet, reuse the jar or remelt leftover wax into a new candle.
- Recyclable
- Yes
How to Prepare
- 1Remove wicks and metal holders
- 2Separate wax from containers
- 3Clean glass or metal containers for recycling
- 4Check for specialized candle recycling
