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Edible Luster Dust & Food-Grade Pearl Pigment Manufacturer

EFFECT-PIGMENT (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd. is an effect pigment manufacturer since 2003, producing edible luster dust and food-grade pearl pigment — dry food-decoration powders — in our own GMP workshop, E171-free, certified FDA / Kosher / ISO 9001. We support OEM / ODM / OBM and private-label programs in 5g–25kg packing, with 37 food-grade shades across two families — a 9-shade E171-free luster range and a 28-shade shimmer range — drawn from more than 10,000 colors. We offer both TiO₂-coated and TiO₂-free (clean-label) grades by model, and export to 100+ countries.

CertificationFDA · Kosher
ProductionGMP Workshop
ApplicationsFood · Confectionery · Beverages

Last updated: 2026-10-11

Food-Grade Equivalent to Sensient Candurin®

Our Food-Grade Pearl Pigment is a direct equivalent alternative to Sensient Candurin® pearlescent pigments for food, beverage and confectionery — the same pearlescent interference effect, food-compliant and matched lustre grades. A drop-in option for formulators standardised on Candurin®.

Manufacturer at a glance
CompanyEFFECT-PIGMENT (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd.
Since2003
CertificationsFDA / Kosher / ISO 9001 / GMP workshop
OEM / ODM / OBMYes — private label, one-stop from design to finished goods
E171-FreeYes — E171-free edible luster dust
Base & TiO₂ optionsNatural mica base; both TiO₂-coated and TiO₂-free grades available
MOQ & Packs5g–25kg
Shades37 food-grade shades (9 E171-free luster + 28 shimmer)
Export100+ countries

Compliance & trust. Our edible luster dust is based on natural mica and manufactured in our GMP workshop, certified FDA / Kosher / ISO 9001. We offer both TiO₂-coated and TiO₂-free (clean-label) edible luster dust by model — the TiO₂-free series is designed for brands targeting EU clean-label and titanium-dioxide-free requirements. Since the EU removed E171 (titanium dioxide) from its food-additives list in 2022, our E171-free edible luster dust is a forward-compatible alternative for food and beverage decoration. For packaging compliance, our sample plastic jars have passed SGS testing against EU PPWR. TDS / SDS / COA and certificates are available on request.

4.7/ 5
★★★★★
Based on 9 verified B2B partners
Food and BeverageFood and Beverage - BakeryFood and Beverage - Bakery decoration
★★★★★Food and Beverage - Bakery decoration

A bakery-decoration business needed compliant edible pearl to replace traditional non-edible colorants (the E171 titanium-dioxide debate).

— Verified B2B partner: cake-image printing e-commerce
★★★★★Food and Beverage

A food line needed a compliant edible pearl effect.

— Verified B2B partner: household-name food group
★★★★★Food and Beverage - Bakery

Bakery clients needed compliant edible glitter and pearl.

— Verified B2B partner: bakery-decoration supplier
★★★★☆Food and Beverage - Bakery

Bakery clients needed E171-free compliant edible pearl.

— Verified B2B partner: bakery-ingredient supplier
Certified & Compliant ✓FDA ✓Kosher ✓ISO 9001 ✓GMP Workshop

Packaging complies with Regulation (EU) 2025/40 (PPWR) - verified by SGS testing. Contact us for a copy of the report.

Two Product Families

Our food-grade range is built on two professional effect pigment families — including E171-free and EU-compliant options, for direct and indirect food-contact decoration.

E171-Free Edible Luster Dust
E171-Free

Edible Luster Dust — E171-Free

Three sub-series of silver, gold and warm-natural tones with custom particle sizes for cakes, confectionery and beverages.

3 sub-series · 9 shades
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Edible Shimmer Dust 28 shades
Shimmer Dust

Edible Shimmer Dust

28 irresistible premium edible shades — bright, elegant and food-safe, delivering stunning pearlescent effects with exceptional brilliance.

28 shades
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Edible Luster Dust — E171-Free

E171-free food & pharma effect pigments in silver, gold and warm-natural tones — EU-compliant, with customizable particle sizes.

E171-Free

Food and pharma effect pigments for EU-style product presentation. No E171, no titanium dioxide. Available in silver texture, gold and warm natural tones with custom particle sizes.

  • Clean EU-style product presentation
  • Kosher, food-grade COA and E171-free test reports
  • Custom particle sizes from 10 µm to 250 µm
  • Stable 60-month shelf life under recommended storage
E171-Free Edible Luster Dust product family

Silver Texture Series

Brighter silver texture for liquids and desserts, creating visible floating shimmer and a premium sparkling appearance.
Nacreous White swatch

Nacreous White

10–60 µm
Dazzling Stars swatch

Dazzling Stars

40–200 µm

Gold Series

Classic gold shades for high-impact decoration in candies, chocolates, beverages and bakery toppings.
Pure Gold swatch

Pure Gold

10–60 µm
Flash Gold swatch

Flash Gold

20–100 µm
Sparkle Gold swatch

Sparkle Gold

50–250 µm

Warm Natural Tones

bronze, coffee and red-brown pearlescent colors for candies, tablets, dessert decorations and seasonal products.
Bronze swatch

Bronze

10–60 µm
Purple Red swatch

Purple Red

10–60 µm
Coffee swatch

Coffee

10–60 µm
Sparkle Red Brown swatch

Sparkle Red Brown

10–125 µm
Application on candy & tablets
Warm Natural pearl pigment on candy — red pearlescent gummy candies

Warm natural pearl pigments create rich, elegant finishes on candies, tablets, and confectionery items. The subtle shimmer enhances the visual appeal of pharmaceutical coatings, sugar shells, and decorative edibles.

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Edible Shimmer Dust

28 premium edible shades — bright, elegant and food-safe, delivering stunning pearlescent effects with exceptional brilliance and color vibrancy.

Shimmer Dust

28 irresistible shades of premium edible shimmer dust. Bright, elegant and food-safe — delivering stunning pearlescent effects with exceptional brilliance and color vibrancy.

  • 100% edible and food-safe, made with high-quality food-grade ingredients
  • Brilliant pearlescent shine with ultra-fine particles
  • Easy to use — mixes easily with dry or wet applications
  • Highly stable, colorfast and heat-stable for reliable performance
Edible Shimmer Dust — premium edible pearl pigment jars with cupcake application

Full Shade Range

28 edible shimmer dust colors with high-resolution swatch visuals.
Coffee EP101X

Coffee

EP101X
Wine Red EP102X

Wine Red

EP102X
Bronze EP103X

Bronze

EP103X
Carbon Green EP104X

Carbon Green

EP104X
Purple Red EP105X

Purple Red

EP105X
Sparkle Red Brown EP106X

Sparkle Red Brown

EP106X
Rose EP107X

Rose

EP107X
Orange EP108X

Orange

EP108X
Silver Black EP109X

Silver Black

EP109X
Silver Grey EP110X

Silver Grey

EP110X
Violet EP111X

Violet

EP111X
Sapphire Blue EP112X

Sapphire Blue

EP112X
Spring EP113X

Spring

EP113X
Apple Green EP114X

Apple Green

EP114X
Yellow Gold EP115X

Yellow Gold

EP115X
Magical Gold EP116X

Magical Gold

EP116X
Magical Red EP117X

Magical Red

EP117X
Sparkle Blue EP118X

Sparkle Blue

EP118X
Sparkle Green EP119X

Sparkle Green

EP119X
Sparkle Gold EP120X

Sparkle Gold

EP120X
Ultra Sparkle Gold EP121X

Ultra Sparkle Gold

EP121X
Red Gold EP122X

Red Gold

EP122X
Light Yellow EP123X

Light Yellow

EP123X
Pearl Gold EP124X

Pearl Gold

EP124X
Crystal White EP125X

Crystal White

EP125X
Sparkle White EP126X

Sparkle White

EP126X
Super Sparkle EP127X

Super Sparkle

EP127X
Ultra Sparkle EP128X

Ultra Sparkle

EP128X
Applications
Shimmer dust on cakes and cupcakes

Cakes & Cupcakes

Add a brilliant shimmer to frostings, glazes, and cake decorations.

Shimmer dust in beverages

Beverages

Create dazzling shimmer in cocktails, mocktails, and specialty drinks.

Shimmer dust on chocolates and confections

Chocolates & Confections

Make chocolates, truffles, and candies stand out with a pearlescent shine.

Shimmer dust on macarons and desserts

Macarons & Desserts

Perfect for macarons, mousses, fondant and other desserts.

Shimmer dust for decorative touches

Decorative Touches

Ideal for sugar flowers, royal icing, and edible art.

Particle Size Grades

Choose a grade to see the recommended series and request a quote for that particle size.

Fine
1–15
μm · D50
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Medium
10–60
μm · D50
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Coarse
40–200
μm · D50
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Fine 1–15 μm

Cosmetics, nail art, fine printing inks — smooth satin finish with high coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions from buyers about this product. Click to expand answers.

Our food-grade range covers two families: E171-free edible luster dust and edible shimmer dust. They are dry, food-safe decorative powders used to add pearl or sparkle effects to bakery, confectionery and beverage products, supplied in 5g–25kg packs.

Yes. Our Edible Luster Dust is an E171-free range, developed for customers who need bright decorative effects without titanium dioxide. Ask us for the specification sheet of the shade you are considering.

Luster dust gives a soft, pearlescent sheen for dry and semi-dry surfaces such as sugar work and chocolate; shimmer dust delivers a brighter, more sparkling finish for glazes, drinks and coated products. Tell us the surface and finish you need and we recommend the right one.

Our food-grade range is produced in a GMP workshop and covered by FDA, Kosher and ISO 9001 certification. Certificate copies are available on request.

Minimum order quantity is 1 kg (standard), with a custom MOQ from 5 kg. Production lead time is about 7 days after color confirmation.

Free samples ship within 3 working days in 5g–25kg packaging (foil bags, bottles or drums). Just tell us the shade and the application, for example cake decoration or drinks.

Main applications are food and beverage decoration, bakery and confectionery, including cakes, cupcakes, chocolates, desserts and drinks. It can also be used on food-contact decorative packaging where a compliant grade is required.

Yes. We stock 10,000+ standard colors and return a matched formula within 48 hours from a sample or color reference.

As a manufacturer, we provide OEM / ODM / OBM and private-label service with neutral packaging and your LOGO — a one-stop solution from design to finished goods.

Store in a cool, dry place in the sealed food-safe pack. It is a stable dry powder; keep it away from moisture to preserve shimmer quality and shelf life.

Yes. We export effect pigments to 100+ countries and have supplied the global market since 2003 (20+ years). We handle international shipping and documentation.

Pricing is quoted per shade, grade and order quantity, and varies by target market. Send your target shade and volume and we will provide a current quotation.

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Product Specifications

Verified manufacturing & commercial parameters for Food Grade Pearl Pigment.

Minimum Order Quantity1 kg (standard)
Custom MOQ5 kg
Lead Time7 days (standard)
CertificationsFDA, Kosher, ISO9001, GMP
Main ApplicationsFood & beverage decoration, Bakery, Confectionery