Iron Oxide Black, Liquid

Item No. PGIOL-BLACK-01
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Description
Description
Cosmetic-grade inorganic pigments (iron oxide black) dispersed in octyldodecanol. 34-45% pigment content. Very fine dispersion (free of aggregates > 5 microns).
Benefits
  • High-quality extra fine color dispersion providing superior color purity and saturation
  • Can be easily incorporated into various color cosmetics
Use
Typical use level 0.1-40%. Can be tinted with other oil-dispersed colors or oil-dispersed titanium dioxide to create lighter shades. For external use only.
Applications
Decorative cosmetics as mascara, foundations, lipsticks, nail lacquers, eye liners, lip liners, lip gloss, blush, soaps, bath salts.
CAS
1317-61-9, 5333-42-6
INCI
CI 77499 (iron oxides), octyldodecanol
composition
CI 77499 (iron oxides), octyldodecanol
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Black liquid, odorless.
Solubility
Water-insoluble, oil-dispersible
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store light-protected at a cool and dry place
Country of Origin
USA
Raw Material Source
Iron salts
Manufacture
Thermal decomposition of iron salts, precipitation of iron salts, and reduction of organic compounds by iron. Final pigment is then dispersed in octyldodecanol.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components)
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
3206490000
Regulatory Information
Iron Oxide Black is a FDA-approved color additive but is exempt from batch certification. It is safe for use in coloring cosmetics generally, including cosmetics applied to the area of the eye, in amounts consistent with good manufacturing practice.