Sakura Carre Artist pastels are designed for the student and professional alike. The square shape is versatile for all work - from broad strokes to fine detail. They are semi hard for finger powdering. Sakura Carre pastels are lightfast rated and capable of an infinite range of hues, shades and tints. The pure pigments produce vivid, brilliant colours. Carre pastel pigments are certified non-toxic and meet ASTM D4236. N.B. Every possible care is taken in packing artists pastels due to their extremely fragile nature. No allowance therefore, can be made in the event of any breakage as they are equally serviceable.