setting fire to the Lakshagriha. Species Kerria lacca – the true lac scale Paratachardina decorella – the rosette lac scale Paratachardina pseudolobata – the lobate lac scale Kerria javana See also Carmine (E120) – Another pigment extracted from an insect. Lacquer – A product that was at one time made from lac, but in modern common usage now refers to a separate product with similar properties. Lake pigment Shellac – A protective coating made from lac. References External links Indian Institute of Natural Resins and Gums - IINRG, formerly Indian Lac Research Institute - ILRI FAO - Insect dyes - Lac - Summary of Basic Information Insect products Animal dyes Resins Kerriidae