Yes, all Crayola® and Silly Putty® products are non-toxic and safe to use. Crayola has been a trusted brand in homes and schools for over 100 years, prioritizing safety since 1903.

Independent toxicologists consistently evaluate our products, confirming they contain no known toxic substances in quantities sufficient to harm the human body, even if ingested or inhaled. Both Crayola and Silly Putty art materials carry the Art and Creative Materials Institute's (ACMI) APPROVED PRODUCT (AP) seal, indicating they meet or exceed specific quality standards.

Additional details regarding our commitment to the safety of our products can be found on our Product Safety page at Crayola.com.

For further assistance, please call or text us at 1-800-272-9652 on weekdays between 9 AM and 4 PM Eastern Time or visit our Support Page to send us an email.

Silly Putty is made primarily from silicone and color pigments. Silly Putty was discovered in 1943 by James Wright and introduced to the public in 1950 by Peter Hodgson. Crayola acquired the exclusive manufacturing rights to Silly Putty in 1977. The formulas are considered proprietary.

Silly Putty® was discovered in 1943 by James Wright who mixed boric acid and silicone oil together. It was introduced to the public in 1950 by Peter Hodgson. Crayola® acquired the exclusive manufacturing rights to Silly Putty in 1977. Although the exact formulas Crayola uses to make Silly Putty are proprietary, we can share it is made primarily from silicone and color pigments.

Click this Travel Channel video to learn more about the birth of Silly Putty! This video works best in Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft Edge.

Safety Data Sheets for all Crayola® and Silly Putty® products are available online.

We love new and exciting ways to use Crayola products! Eggs that have been decorated with our products are not recommended for consumption, since art materials are not food-grade.