The European Candle Manufacturers Association (ECMA) proposes the inclusion of candles in the EU’s recommended 72-hour emergency preparedness kits, with clear safety guidance and product standards. Candles offer a reliable, low-tech, and cost-effective lighting and utility solution during emergencies where access to electricity or functional digital devices is compromised. Already referenced in preparedness protocols of several EU Member States, candles are a practical and scalable tool for enhancing resilience across the Union. The European candle manufacturing industry stands ready to support such inclusion with compliant, safe, and sustainably produced products.
In this regard, the European Candle Manufacturers Association (ECMA) seeks to promote the safe use of candles, increase the knowledge and safety of candles and take an active role in developing the regulatory and standardisation environment.