Dalchem
Chromatic Alginate Moulding Powder
Premium chromatic alginate for safe baby hand and foot casting.
Professional Color-Changing Alginate for Perfect Baby Hand & Foot Casts
Australia's most trusted chromatic alginate changes color to show you exactly when to work with it - making baby hand and foot casting foolproof for beginners and reliable for professionals.
- Changes color during each stage - no guesswork
- Skin-safe & TGA registered - perfect for newborns
- Captures finest details - even fingerprints
- Fast 2-3 minute set time - keeps babies comfortable
Key Features
- Color-changing technology: White → Pink → Set (visual timing cues)
- Dental-grade quality: TGA registered, ISO 1563 compliant
- Safe for babies: Made from natural seaweed, food-grade ingredients
- Fine detail capture: Records skin texture and fingerprints
- Quick setting: 2-3 minutes - ideal for wiggly babies
Perfect For
- Baby hand & foot keepsakes - treasured family memories
- Life casting projects - professional detail reproduction
- Educational activities - safe for school workshops
- Art & sculpture - reliable mould-making material
- Special effects - prosthetics and makeup applications
How Much Do I Need?
- 450g pack: 4-5 baby hand/foot casts (recommended starter size)
- 900g pack: 1 adult hand cast or couple holding hands
- 1.8kg: Family hand casting (up to 4 people)
Simple Instructions
- Mix powder with 30°C water for 1 minute (starts white)
- Apply when mixture turns pink (30-40 seconds working time)
- Wait until darker pink and firm (2-3 minutes)
- Remove hand/foot and cast immediately with plaster
Pro Tip: Use distilled water for best results. Apply barrier cream around baby's skin for easy release.
