Mica Blackstar Red

Mica Blackstar Red

Item No. PGMI-BLST-01
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Description
Description
Natural shimmer pigment derived from the mineral Muscovite mica coated with iron oxide. Cosmetic-grade fineness (medium particle size <15 um). Permitted exempt color for cosmetic use.
Benefits
  • Provides dark purple color shades with shimmering and glittering luminescence
  • FDA permitted exempt color for cosmetic use
Use
Suspends best in thick bases. Can be blended with other pigments. For external use only.
Applications
All kinds of decorative cosmetics & personal care products to add pearlizing & luster effects.
CAS
12001-26-2, 1345-25-1
INCI
Mica (CI 77019), iron oxide (CI 77491)
composition
Mica (CI 77019), iron oxide (CI 77491)
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Red-purple shimmer powder
Solubility
Insoluble, but miscible in liquids (sinks to bottom in thin liquids)
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store light-protected at a cool and dry place
Country of Origin
Germany
Raw Material Source
Natural mica (muscovite and/or phlogopite)
Manufacture
Natural micas are mined from granitic pegmatites and then coated with various pigments (e.g. iron oxides, titanium dioxide) to give them their specific color
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components)
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
2525200000
Regulatory Information
Mica Blackstar Red is a FDA-approved color additive but is exempt from batch certification. Micas are safe for use in coloring cosmetics generally, including cosmetics applied to the area of the eye, in amounts consistent with good manufacturing practice.