How do we know for certain the ink is food safe?
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Well I hope that they are mandated to use safe ink. The good news is that the ink doesn't leak off the straw or even seep when placed in liquids
1277181
I am not certain that lavender therapeutic is food safe. The best way to answer this question is to email the company. I have found they are helpful in answering questions.
142765
Hi. I printed an email and dripped water on it, and the ink held up pretty good; however, it did smear when I rubbed my finger over it, but the letters were still there. I hope this review was helpful.
1149833
Just make sure it's food quality stain. You don't want to ingest any nasty chemicals.
830732
Good question! I can't see why not as long as someone doesn't do a taste test while it's in there-zap! and washes it off thoroughly. I saw one on craigslist that was used to heat paint, apparently successfully though it was covered and stained by it. Not sure what the effect of the food right on the element would be.
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I don't really think it has a shelf life like eggs or milk. I've been using a set of these for about 2 years for 2 of my small printers and have not noticed any changes in the quality. Just shake it up a bit and refill your empty cartridges. I get longer life from the cartridges by injecting 1 or 2 cc's of isopropyl alcohol ahead of the ink every other refill. It keeps the print head cleaner and free of dried buildup.
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IF...this is a printer that has NEVER been used for anything other than edible ink, and IF you buy the proper cartridges from supplier also. This ensures that they can be reused and that they are the food grade needed. These are cost effective and reusable also. Other than that, the only detail is that there needs to be that model of cartridge available. Good Luck.
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Hi David, Im looking at these color coding labels aka stickers right now, and I have NO way to tell if theyre "acid-free." I wish I could help more? Im sorry... :(
1986431
I can't answer for sure, but I have had some for at least a year that I have used without any problems. They are very well sealed and I do sort of shake them before using just in case the ink has settled.
1127753
The packaging is not marked, so you would need to contact the manufacturer to be sure. A search for the model number comes up with peroxide-cured tubing. Regardless, it is NSF 51 certified, so it is safe for use with food.
715567
I can't read what the box says either. However with my experience working with them I can say they are similar to other paint pens out there. I would say they are water base, the paint dries fairly quickly and does wash off with water. As for if they are non toxic or not I can't say (since I can't read what it says) but to be safe I would avoid eating them. Hope this is some help.
636532
I checked on the package and cannot locate this information. The only sort of info it gives it to wash hands and fabric with soap and water if ink spills.
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Hey Eileen- I'm not sure exactly which aspect of 'safe' you're looking for but i baked a plate that i had drawn on with an oil based sharpie- the only issue i had was that the deaign came out kind of speckled but since it was uniform throughout the design it was kinda cool, i haven't tried it again to see if it was a fluke or not- i've read that using the oil sharpies then baking makes the plates food & dishwasher safe- i don't know how true that is, but i've read it several places. I found your question because i'm making wine glasses tomorrow- some places say bake them & one said the heat will cause it to break-- i guess i'll find out tomorrow!! I hope this helped!
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I wouldnt recommend it there is nothing on the bottle or about the company processing this item to make it of food quality and the sticker seems homemade so they can do what they want to it but to be safe I wouldn't risk it as food safety should meet higher standards which this brand doesn't have to adhere to
897129
it's water based as I think almost all of Noodler's ink is. they make pretty good ink. I have 3 bottles. the pen that comes with this is decent too considering it is free, but the cap can break easily, so don't drop it.
88671
Food grade plastic. Don't think you'll have any issues there. Have dried multiple fruits and veggies and haven't noticed anything that would make me wary of them.
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The best I can tell, raised ink printing. I've used my and cleaned it several times and it appears just as new.