Shellac Flakes Shellac or Schellack or Lac is 100% natural. Shellac is 100% non toxic and FDA approved. Shellac is a kind of non-toxic natural gum resin dissolves in a wide variety of alkaline or rapidly drying alcoholic solvents but is resistant to a number of other solvents particularly hydrocarbons. The low thermal conductivity and a small coefficient of expansion cause shellac to lead to a powerful bonding material. Shellac is perfect for antique restoration, furniture refinishing, casework, architectural woodwork, toys and general woodworking. Shellac is widely used in the confectioners , cosmetic, drug and food industry. When used in food and confections, it is also known as confectioner's glaze, candy glaze, resinous glaze, pure food glaze, natural glaze, confectioner's resin or shellac glaze.It is the only finish that should be used on children’s furniture due to its non toxicity! Shellac is processed and sold as dry flakes and dissolved in ethanol to make liq...