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product_id: 365045745
title: "Shepherd Textiles Cochineal Extract Natural Dye, 1 oz."
brand: "shepherd textiles"
price: "€ 53.32"
currency: EUR
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url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/365045745-shepherd-textiles-cochineal-extract-natural-dye-1-oz
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region: Ireland
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# Natural & Pure Easy Dissolve Dyes 2-5 lbs Shepherd Textiles Cochineal Extract Natural Dye, 1 oz.

**Brand:** shepherd textiles
**Price:** € 53.32
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎨 Dye Your World with Nature's Palette!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Shepherd Textiles Cochineal Extract Natural Dye, 1 oz. by shepherd textiles
- **How much does it cost?** € 53.32 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- shepherd textiles enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted shepherd textiles brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **High Potency:** Contains 52% carminic acid, more than double the strength of raw cochineal.
- • **Eco-Friendly Choice:** Sustainable dyeing with a natural touch for the conscious creator.
- • **Farm-Direct Quality:** Sourced directly from the high deserts of Peru for authenticity.
- • **Time-Saving Solution:** Skip the grinding and simmering—just dissolve and dye!
- • **Unleash Vibrant Colors:** Transform your textiles with intense reds and fuchsias!

## Overview

Shepherd Textiles Cochineal Extract is a premium, all-natural dye sourced from Peruvian cochineal, offering unmatched potency and ease of use. With 52% carminic acid, this extract allows for vibrant dyeing of up to 5 pounds of fiber, making it a must-have for eco-conscious artisans and textile enthusiasts.

## Description

Shepherd Textiles Cochineal Extract Natural Dye, 1 oz.

## Features

- One ounce of all-natural Peruvian cochineal extract.
- Contains 52% carminic acid by weight, more than twice as strong as raw cochineal.
- Save time while dyeing! Dissolves easily in water, and eliminates the steps of grinding dried cochineal, simmering, and filtering the dyebath.
- One ounce will dye up to 2 pounds of fiber to intense reds and fuchsias, or up to 5 pounds to lighter shades of pink and magenta (final shade will depend on fiber type and mordanting).
- Farm-direct: produced on same farm in the high deserts outside Arequipa that supplies our raw dried cochineal.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | Shepherd Textiles |
| Model Number | ST-COEXT-1OZ-PNT |
| Color | Magenta,Red,Pink |
| Product Dimensions | 7.62 x 7.62 x 7.62 cm; 28.35 g |
| Item Weight | 28.3 g |

## Product Details

- **Colour:** Magenta,Red,Pink
- **Brand:** Shepherd Textiles
- **Item weight:** 1 Ounces
- **Item form:** Liquid
- **Compatible material:** Textiles

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will this stain skin if it comes into contact with it?**
A: It will temporarily. It is very potent and concentrated. The glass jar I mix it with hot water in has a tinge of pink to it even after washing.

**Q: Is this food grade? Can it be used to color cake batter?**
A: Hi Karen, thanks for your question! Our Cochineal Extract is intended for dyeing textiles, we don't recommend using it in food. However, any red food color that contains "carmine," "red #4," or "e120" will contain natural cochineal extract. There's a brand on Amazon called "Trucolor Carmine Red" that's meant for baking, and there might be some other brands with natural cochineal as well. Hope that helps!

**Q: results on mordanted rayon ?**
A: Hi, thanks for your question! We don't recommend using Cochineal Extract on rayon, as the results will probably be very pale. Cochineal Extract performs best on animal fibers like wool and silk. Since rayon is made of cellulose (plant fibers like wood) it probably won't absorb the color very well. Please let us know if you have any other questions!

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*Store origin: IE*
*Last updated: 2026-03-02*