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What do you think they mean by "food safe"?

 
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I dropped a bowl.  I found this repair kit and it claims to be food safe.   But... is it food safe enough?

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0DKTCRMNW?smid=A2452GDS2MHNOE&psc=1

UNIQUE KINTSUGI REPAIR - Celebrate imperfections by transforming broken ceramics, glass, and wood into stunning art pieces. This traditional Japanese kintsugi repair kit not only restores items but also turns regrets into beautiful memories, making each piece uniquely meaningful and personal.

COMPLETE KIT - Our food-safe Kintsugi repair kit includes everything you need: 50ml of AB epoxy resin glue, 4 powder pigments, 1 silicone mixing cup, 2 disposable gloves, and 4 wooden sticks. This all-in-one package ensures a seamless crafting experience, whether you’re a novice or an experienced artisan.

VERSATILE AND CREATIVE APPLICATIONS - Not just for ceramics! Repair glass, metal, jade, wood, and sculptures with this versatile kintsugi kit. Unleash your creativity by turning broken items into unique art creations. You can also create artistic paintings on dishes, cups, vases, and more, explore endless possibilities.

THOUGHTFUL GIFR - The gold Kintsugi repair kit makes an ideal gift for crafting enthusiasts. Enjoy the creative process of restoring broken treasures together, forging lasting memories. This unique kit encourages fun and creativity, making it a thoughtful present for friends and family.

USER FRIENDLY AND SAFE - Our Kintsugi ceramic repair kit features easy instructions and a quick 30-minute drying time. The food-safe glue ensures repaired items are safe for use and dishwasher-friendly after 24 hours, allowing craft lovers to create beautiful, functional pieces. Feel free to contact us for any questions or concerns you may have.

 
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I'm skeptical of the use of epoxy instead of lacquer. We all have our own systems of safety calculus. For me, I'd probably be willing to use a bowl repaired with that kit for cold foods, but nothing hotter than gently warm.
 
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I wouldn't use it for food at all. I thought kintsugi used metal, this thing is pretty but I look at the example, a mug, and I don't see that being heat stable.

My question is "food safe according to whom"? You've got an international marketplace selling things from all over, we have various different rules for food safety in every country (and no way to tell from that ad whose definition of food safety they're using...). After a few trips to Europe where I had to buy some things I was amazed to see that food colorings and fragrances and additives were so much more restricted and better regulated there that I stopped looking for the US brands I used to buy and started buying the euro versions instead when I returned home. I think in terms of additives and safety the testing is more realistic to me. If this product said it was food safe according to EU standards, then I'd use it, otherwise I think it's basically decorative. But that's just my 2 cents.
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