{"product_id":"edible-pink-slate-pencils","title":"Pink Slate Pencils - Indian Shale stone (Clay Treats for ASMR, Pica and Geophagia)","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“A crisp, layered snap that melts into a creamy, muddy earth finish.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePink Slate Pencils are pencil-shaped rods of natural pink shale stone, in soft pinky taupe tones. They start hard and crisply crunchy, split apart along their natural layers, then turn creamy in the mouth without going sticky or heavily gritty. The flavour is earthy, basementy and mineral-rich, a lot like raw soil, dusty and classic slate taste, with a hint of sandstone in the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Crunch Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hard and crisply crunchy to start, breaking apart into layers before turning creamy; not sticky, and without heavy grit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Earthy, basement and mineral-heavy; raw soil, dust and traditional slate, with a hint of sandstone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrunch factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 – Hard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eASMR:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp, layered snap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Damp basement, with a cool, dusty AC-duct note as you chew. R\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eeleases a distinct \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003epetrichor\u003c\/span\u003e (earthy rain) smell when wet or placed in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selectable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Straight, thick slate pencils, available in a Thick or Thin cut. Thick delivers a snappier, crunchier bite, while Thin snaps and breaks more easily for a lighter, more delicate crunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light pink taupe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry \u0026amp; region:\u003c\/strong\u003e 🇮🇳 India, South Asia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink Shale Stone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVendor \/ source:\u003c\/strong\u003e Various\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional clay origins:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slate pencils have long been recognised within South Asian geophagy traditions for their distinctive rod shape and mineral crunch. Pink varieties are loved for the way that crisp first snap gives way to a creamy, muddy finish. As a naturally mined shale, each batch varies slightly in flavour intensity, texture and density.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWho is it for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slate fans who like a crisp snap with a creamier finish and a muddy, soil-forward flavour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrunch level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 – Hard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensory style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Earthy, muddy, mineral-rich, with a creamy finish and natural batch variation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eASMR style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp, layered snap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCustomer Quotes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePending\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTest Status\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTest status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Community-Tested\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGood to Know\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural variation in colour, shape and texture between batches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade pieces can crack or crumble in the post, which is normal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended storage: keep dry and sealed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a naturally mined stone, flavour intensity can be stronger or milder from one batch to the next\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Disclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarthy Crunch UK sells natural clays, chalk and terracotta for sensory, hobby, ASMR use and cultural, novel practises. They aren’t supplements or health products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI respect the pica and geophagy communities and don’t judge how you use them, but it’s at your own discretion and risk. Test results are made available but aren’t a guarantee of safety unless stated as lab-tested with a certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe careful of unverified sellers in Facebook groups. At ECUK, every order goes through a secure checkout and my reviews are public on Trustpilot, Reviews.io, Etsy and Google.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePregnant, breastfeeding or having strong cravings for clay? Speak to your GP, as this can be linked to low iron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults only. Keep away from children and pets. 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