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Glazing agents
Coatings that give candy, fruit and pills a glossy finish.
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Shellac (Confectioner's Glaze)
E904
Confectioner's glaze is shellac (E904), a resin made by lac insects. It's not vegan, and halal and kosher acceptance varies by certifier.
Generally safe