Wholesale Brass Incense Burners

Raw brass darkens over time as it oxidizes. Polished brass is usually lacquered to slow tarnish, while antique brass is chemically darkened and highlighted so wear looks intentional, which suits pieces that are handled and heated. Other options include brushed brass, gold plate or PVD, and black finishes. A lacquer coat can discolor near direct heat, so match the finish to the use: cones and charcoal run hotter than sticks. Agree the finish against a physical sample before production so every lot matches.

Yes, especially for cones and charcoal. Brass conducts heat well, so the body and base can become too hot to touch and can mark wood or fabric underneath. Good designs keep the burn point away from the base, add feet or a raised foot ring, and leave room for a layer of sand or ash under charcoal. Felt or cork pads under the base are a simple addition for retail. Ask for samples and test them with the incense type you plan to sell before approving the production run.

Some brass alloys contain lead, which matters if you sell into California, where Proposition 65 requires a warning for products that expose people to listed chemicals such as lead above set levels. Buyers typically specify the alloy and arrange third-party testing of finished pieces. Gemixx states that relevant components meet California Proposition 65 requirements and that its production is SMETA-audited on the Sedex platform. Confirm the alloy and test plan in your quote, especially for pieces that will be handled often.

Brass and copper production runs 60 to 90 days after sample approval, and sampling is quoted separately. Private label packaging such as printed gift boxes can be included, which matters for incense burners sold as gifts. Finished goods are inspected and packed at Gemixx's Noida site, then Gemixx USA imports them and delivers landed duty paid to your US warehouse, so the quote shows one delivered price per piece. Plan holiday and gifting programs well ahead, because these are made-to-order runs, not stock.