Crayola® Markers are made with six components consisting of: a color solution, a porous plastic nib, a plastic barrel, a cotton filament (ink reservoir), an end plug, and a cap. Although specific ingredient information is proprietary, most of the color solutions in Crayola Markers are made from water and dyes.

The Crayola 10-count Washable Broad Line Markers includes these classic colors: black, blue, brown, gray, green, orange, pink, red, violet (purple) and yellow.

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• Brand. Crayola.
• Ink Color. Black, blue, brown, gray, green, pink, purple, red, yellow.
• Number of Items.
• Point Type. Broad.
• Recommended Uses For Product. Coloring, Drawing.

Crayola broad line and fine line markers are available in a variety of colors and nib styles. Versatility and ease of use make these markers the most desirable tool for art and craft as well as classroom activities.

The ink is made of color pigments, a chemical solvent and a polymer or “release agent.” The difference between dry erase markers and permanent markers is the kind of polymer used. Permanent markers use an acrylic polymer that helps the pigment stick to surfaces, while dry erase markers use an oily silicone polymer.

Permanent markers are made up of three components: colored pigments, a solvent (be it water, alcohol, or another solution entirely varies on a manufacturer to manufacturer basis), and a polymer. Permanent markers commonly use an acrylic polymer in their ink, which helps the marker stick to the writing surface.

Are Crayola markers suitable for vegans? The answer appears to be no, Crayola Markers aren't suitable for vegans according to Double Checked Vegan, Crayola is '​produced using stearic acid. Stearic acid can be from plant or animal sources. Crayola says theirs is animal-derived.

Crayola® does not produce a product called “watercolor markers.” Since most Crayola markers are water-based, they are frequently referred to as “watercolor markers” or “watercolor pens.” Learn more about Crayola Marker products here.

blue The two most popular crayon colors are red and blue. There are 96 different Crayola crayon colors, but only 18 different label colors. Similar colors, like peach and apricot, have the same color label.

Art markers are alcohol-based sketching or drawing instruments that are used for creating art pieces. Many of the markers usually have double tips for ease of use and more of a choice in a single pen. Most of the products also come in art marker sets.

The Crayola marker was invented by Edwin Binney and Harold Smith. During 1978, Crayola was celebrating the 75 year anniversary of Crayola Crayons. The washable Crayola marker became available in 1987. Crayola colored pencils were also released in 1987.

Permanent Markers Chemical Properties: The ink comprises of a main solvent, glyceride, a pyrrolidone, a resin, and a colorant, making it water-resistant. These markers contain volatile organic compounds that evaporate to dry the ink.