Crayola colored pencils are made primarily of three key ingredients: extenders, binders, and pigments.
These components work together to create the vibrant colors and smooth application that Crayola colored pencils are known for. Here's a more detailed breakdown:
- Extenders: These materials form the bulk of the colored pencil core. They provide structure and allow the pigment to be evenly distributed.
- Binders: These act as the glue that holds all the ingredients together, ensuring that the core is solid and doesn't crumble easily.
- Pigments: These are the finely ground substances that provide the color. Crayola uses a variety of pigments to create its wide range of colors. Each colored pencil uses a specific pigment or blend of pigments to achieve its unique hue.
In essence, the extenders give the pencil core its body, the binders hold everything together, and the pigments provide the vibrant color.
