All our candles are made of 100% high quality soy wax. Soy wax comes from a plant instead of a refined oil, like paraffin, so it leaves a much smaller footprint on the earth. Our candles are also phthalate-free (phthalate is science speak for bad chemical juju). Our candles: Are 100% vegetable, made with Pure Soybean oil- GUARANTEED! Are all NATURAL and biodegradable. Are Kosher Certified. Are NOT tested on animals. Contain NO animal products. Contain NO palm wax. Contain NO petroleum, paraffin or beeswax products. Contain NO pesticides and NO herbicides (certified) Contain NO toxic materials. Contain NO Genetically Modified Material (certified)