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I've tried several brands of gold luster and paints. Some say to use in moderation, not to be eaten, and for decoration only. Is this along the same lines as dragees which are illegal in some states?

 

I also read a post on Cake Central saying all gold fondant should be thrown out before serving. Considering I use it often on my cookies, I'd really like to know what the issue is. My grand daughter eats these cookies as well as other children and I would rather not serve something unsafe if it can be helped. If some are safer than others, please let me know which ones they are.


Thank you so much for any help.

Jacinda-Ali's Sweet Tooth

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I read they are non-edible even though they are non-toxic.  They compare the lustres to crayons.  Both non-toxic but you wouldn't eat them.  I don't use disco dust anymore because of that reason.  They do pass through your body without being disgested but the thought of eating plastic type particles is a little scary.  

I saw this from Karen's Cookies:

 

Hey check out our new Sterling Pearl and Elite Color Dusts! They look (and are used) just like Luster and Petal Dust - but they are made from all food-grade ingredients, and are Kosher certified and glutan-free! We've played around with them and they are awesome for adding enhancing colors, shimmer, gloss, shading or a metallic finish - And no need to worry one bit edibility! The photos of the jars don't do them justice - they are super pretty!

http://www.karenscookies.net/Disco-Pixie-Luster-Petal-Sterling-and-Elite-Dusts_c_104-1-4.html

 

May be worth checking into

I heard about those products. Thank you for the link. I will check them out.
Kim, I agree. I also very seldom use the color red for the same reasons. I am surprised that's considered food safe. I am not a fanatic, but like you said, I don't want my children eating plastic.

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