date:Apr 23, 2012
of the legislation on food contact materials and articles can be applied to food for decoration. However, they cannot be applied to food for consumption. They should be labeled 'For food contact' and should include instructions for use.
Other 'non-toxic' glitters and dusts that have not been tested should not be labeled 'For Food Contact' (or similar wording to indicate their use) and should not come into contact with food.
The FSA is contacting local authorities to help them clarify how glitter