What is the difference between the AP symbol and CL symbol on the paint labels?
All of Plaid’s paints go through rigorous toxicological testing for safety. AP stands for non-toxic paint and CL stands for paint that has to be handled with more care due to possible health issues. CL paints need to be used by adults and can be used in a very safe manner if the directions on the bottle are followed. Do FolkArt Acrylic Colors or Apple Barrel® colors contain latex? In recent years, press accounts have reported instances of severe reactions to natural rubber latex. Natural rubber latex refers to a group of materials derived from the sap or rosin of rubber trees. One common use of natural rubber latex is in the manufacture of rubber gloves. Plaid does not use any natural rubber latex in any of its current paint products. Plaid’s paint products use acrylic latex materials that are synthetic. Any individual who has experienced a reaction to natural rubber latex should consult with his or her physician prior to using products of synthetic acrylic latex.
