Mejiro Low Allergenic Urushi Japanese Lacquer - A Base Lacquer to Create Your Own Shade of Red - 100g

Attention painters, potters, and swordsmith artists! Long awaited low-allergenic Urushi is finally available!! This product is much safer than other traditional Japanese Urushi lacquers. Dark red and black lacquerware is a distinctive form of Japanese handicraft and art that has been popular around the world for centuries. Gold, silver, and mother-of-pearl metallic powders are used to decorate lacquerware, in a unique style that has not been possible to duplicate because of the unique qualities that the Urushi sap provides. The smoothness, deep hues and shiny luster of the Urushi sap has been coveted since ancient times, as far back as the Stone Age. Urushi is a natural material and does not contain toxic chemical additives! The risk of an allergic reaction is extremely low due to the addition of a special protein substance that coats the Urushi and safeguards it from skin exposure. Our low-allergenic Urushi can be mixed with other pigments to add more brightness. English instructions on "How to Use Urushi" are included. Color: Brown (A suitable colorant to make your best red color must be added.) Size: 100g tube Best if used within 1 year from the purchase date. Caution: *Although Urushi contains a compound that can cause a reaction similar to poison ivy, proper handling (gloves and long-sleeve shirt), and working in a well-ventilated area will generally prevent an allergic reaction. Urushi is a natural material and does not contain toxic chemical additives. Mejiro Co. will not assume any liability for adverse reactions to Urushi. **No microwave and dishwashing machines for lacquerwares please.

• Low-Allergenic Formula: Long awaited low-allergenic Urushi is finally available for safer use in your artistic projects
• Enhanced Safety: This product is safer than other traditional Japanese Urushi lacquers due to special protein coating
• Customisable colour base: A brownish base lacquer that allows you to add a suitable colourant to create your own custom shade of red.
• Convenient Packaging: Comes in a 100g tube for easy application and storage
• Best if used within 1 year from the purchase date
• Versatile Application: Suitable for painters, potters, and swordsmith artists working on traditional Japanese lacquerware and decorative projects