Caran d'Ache Neocolor II Water-Soluble Crayons 40 Set

The Caran d'Ache Neocolor II 40-set is a professional studio palette covering a wide visual range — from intense primary values and rich earth tones through to soft pastel variations and deep industrial greys. Forty colors give enough breadth to handle complex multi-layer compositions, sgraffito scraping techniques, and large-format watercolor washes without constantly mixing transitional tones from scratch.

The velvety, non-powdery texture delivers strong coverage and responds fluidly to both finger smudging and wet brush manipulation. CE EN71 and AP safety certified for non-toxic studio use. Built for serious multi-media artists and design professionals who need a versatile, reliable centerpiece palette. Housed in a heavy-duty protective metal tin with interior cushioning to prevent crayon fracturing.

Specifications

• Crayon count: 40
• Colors included: White, Light Gray, Gray, Black, Yellow, Golden Yellow, Orange, Orangish Yellow, Ochre, Raw Umber, Salmon, Brown, Vermilion, Russet, Scarlet, Carmine, Pink, Purple, Purple Violet, Lilac, Mauve, Violet, Periwinkle Blue, Ultramarine, Sky Blue, Prussian Blue, Cobalt Blue, Light Blue, Turquoise Blue, Malachite Green, Emerald Green, Jade Green, Grass Green, Dark Green, Yellow Green, Lemon Yellow, Light Olive, Olive, English Red, Fuchsia
• Crayon dimensions: 8.65 mm diameter x 105 mm length
• Material: Water-soluble, high-density wax-and-oil compound
• Application: Dry pastel, wet brush blending, wet-on-wet, sgraffito, finger smudging
• Certifications: CE EN71 and AP safety certified, non-toxic
• Packaging: Heavy-duty metal tin with interior cushioning
• Origin: Swiss Made

FAQ

• What is sgraffito and can the 40-set be used for it? Sgraffito is a technique where a top layer of crayon or paint is scraped away to reveal the color underneath. The high-density Neocolor II formula holds well in multiple layers, making it suitable for this technique.
• What color range does the 40-set cover? A broad spectrum spanning primary values, rich earth tones, soft pastel variations, and a range of greys — giving enough tonal depth for large-format and complex studio work without constant mixing.
• Is the formula suitable for professional archival work? Yes. The non-toxic, high-density pigment compound meets CE EN71 and AP safety standards and carries high lightfastness ratings appropriate for archival studio use.
• Can the crayons be used on canvas? Yes. Neocolor II adheres to canvas both dry and when activated with water, making it compatible with mixed-media canvas work alongside other wet and dry media.