Category ceiling
5.8 HIP
This is the best score a product in this category can reach when the maker shares full data about
its materials, supply chain, repairs, and end-of-life. It is a target, not a product on sale today.
Standard HIP Mark not achievable in this category
The ceiling score for this category is 5.8, below the 6.0 threshold for the Standard HIP Mark.
This is due to structural material constraints — not poor design.
The best-performing verified product in this category may qualify for
Category Leader recognition instead.
HIP Score
5.8/10
Below Standard
At category baseline (5.8)
Category ceiling: 5.8 HIP
Regenerative Index
+2.0
Restorative
At category average (2.0)
Category ceiling RI: +2.0
Score Breakdown
How rare are the materials?
MSI · 20%
9.0
Why this score ▸
The product relies entirely on abundant bio-based and recycled materials (rapeseed wax, cotton, recycled glass) with no EU Critical Raw Materials present. Supply chains are diversified across the UK, EU, and India, and the 24% recycled content combined with certified sustainable sourcing results in an exemplary scarcity profile.
Where do the materials come from?
SCR · 18%
6.0
Why this score ▸
The supply chain is diversified across three jurisdictions (EU, India, UK) with acceptable governance scores, and an OECD due-diligence framework is referenced. However, the product is a scented candle, implying wax and fragrance oils which are not on the EU Critical Raw Materials list, and the lack of specific third-party audit verification for the India sourcing limits the score to the moderate range.
Can it be recycled?
RC · 18%
7.5
Why this score ▸
This scented candle is a single-material container with 95% of its weight entering practical recycling streams, supported by compliant labelling and an active manufacturer take-back scheme. The absence of disassembly requirements and the high recovery rate place it in the 'Well-Designed for Recovery' category, exceeding the typical small appliance baseline.
Can you fix it?
R · 13%
1.0
Why this score ▸
The product is a scented candle with no fasteners and no spare parts available, classifying it as unrepairable. It lacks a service manual and falls outside EU Ecodesign scope, fitting the criteria for sealed consumer electronics or disposable items designed for replacement.
Is it made fairly?
SEI · 8%
6.0
Why this score ▸
The manufacturer is based in the UK, a low-risk jurisdiction with strong labour laws, and holds ISO 14001 certification for environmental management. While ILO compliance is claimed and a modern slavery statement exists, the absence of a specific third-party labour audit (such as RBA or SA8000) prevents a higher score, capping the rating at the baseline compliance level.
How long will it last?
PL · 8%
1.0
Why this score ▸
The product is a scented candle with a stated design life of 1 year and no warranty, classifying it as a disposable item designed for single-use replacement. It lacks any features for longevity such as modular design, IP rating, or long-term parts availability.
Does it give back to nature?
RI · 15% · scale −10 to +10
+2.0
Why this score ▸
The product scores in the Restorative band (+1 to +5) due to a verified closed-loop glass return-and-refill programme and Soil Association-certified agroecological practices. It does not qualify for the Regenerative band (+6 to +10) because the primary wax is not Regenerative Organic Certified (ROC), and the 24% recycled glass content falls below the threshold for automatic positive scaling without full material regeneration. The presence of the take-back scheme explicitly prevents a Depleting or Extractive classification.
MSI 20% · SCR 18% · RC 18% · R 13% · SEI 8% · PL 8% · RI 15% = 100%
About the HIP Methodology ▸
Starting scores are low on purpose. We only count what we can confirm from public data,
so most products sit between 2 and 4 out of 10 before a maker shares their own evidence.
That gap between the starting score and what a product could reach is the whole point.
When a maker proves what their product is really made of, the score goes up.
The HIP Mark shows it has been checked.
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Consumer Summary
This scented candle has an overall HIP Score of 5.8 out of 10, indicating a moderate performance in sustainability. It earns a Regenerative Index of +2.0, which reflects its use of recycled materials and a program that returns glass containers for reuse. While the product is designed to be disposable with a one-year lifespan, its strong material choices help offset some of its environmental impact.
What This Means For You
When buying home fragrance products, look for items made from abundant recycled or bio-based materials and those that offer a way to return the container for reuse. Avoid single-use items that lack any take-back or refill programs, as these contribute more to waste. Prioritizing brands with transparent supply chains and clear end-of-life plans will help you make more sustainable choices.
Material Watch Points
- India sourcing requires enhanced due diligence monitoring
- Due-diligence programme not independently audited
Improvement Opportunities
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How this score was calculated
The HIP Score is a weighted average of seven dimensions measuring material
resilience, supply chain integrity, and end-of-life characteristics.
| Code |
Dimension |
Weight |
Score |
| MSI |
Material Scarcity Index |
0.20 |
9.0 / 10 |
| SCR |
Supply Chain Risk |
0.18 |
6.0 / 10 |
| RC |
Recyclability and Circularity |
0.18 |
7.5 / 10 |
| R |
Repairability |
0.13 |
1.0 / 10 |
| SEI |
Social and Environmental Impact |
0.08 |
6.0 / 10 |
| PL |
Product Longevity |
0.08 |
1.0 / 10 |
| RI |
Regenerative Index |
0.15 |
2.0 (raw) |
Regenerative Index note: RI scores on a unique scale of -10 to +10.
Before weighting, the raw score is normalised: RI normalised = (RI raw + 10) / 2.
This product's RI band is Restorative.
Weighted HIP Score: 5.8 / 10
· Methodology v1.5
Base weights shown. Some product types use category-specific weight profiles —
see full methodology for details.
Read the full methodology →
Data Sources
This rating draws on the following public sources:
USGS Mineral Resources Program (public domain) · EU Critical Raw Materials List 2023 (CC BY 4.0) · World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators (CC BY 4.0) · Category default assumptions table v0.1 (provisional — sources pending full citation)
All sources are public domain or published under open data licences.
Full source list →
About this rating:
HIP scores are based on public data and information the maker sent us at the date shown.
They show how well a product holds up over time — not a promise about safety or future supply.
Resourcehip is not liable for choices made based on these ratings.
Scope:
This is a verified product rating for Category Ceiling, assessed using manufacturer-submitted data and public category data.
Produced under Resourcehip Scoring Methodology 1.5 (CC BY-NC 4.0).
AI disclosure:
An AI model scored this rating on our own hardware — no data was sent to the cloud.
A human reviewer checked and approved it before it went live.
Model: qwen3.5:35b.
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Assessed: 2026-04-26 · Next review: 2027-04-26 · Methodology 1.5
