[Vella Gonzaga]

Clag glue​

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Credits: Old Shops Australia Facebook group

Who remembers the old Clag glue pot from school days? The distinct scent and the temptation to sneak a taste, despite knowing it probably wasn't the best idea! Did you slather it on your fingers and peel it off like a second skin? Thanks to member @Macs-241 for sending this photo to us. Do you have fond memories of using this at school?

 

[Wandiwa]

CLAG was nasty tasting stuff.

 

[Wandiwa]

Just in case, anyone was wondering .........
The main ingredient of Clag is wheat starch dissolved in a water base, meaning that it's generally safe if swallowed. (Note: being a starch (wheat flour) based adhesive, ingestion may cause an allergic reaction for those with wheat intolerance.)

 

[Wandiwa]

You can still buy it at Officeworks ...

 

[Johan van Zalen]

CLAG was nasty tasting stuff.

You're not meant to eat it

 

[Johan van Zalen]

I still have some in my drawer

 

[Reaper123]

CLAG was nasty tasting stuff.

I never tried eating it.