Iron Oxide Red, Liquid

Item No. PGIOL-RED-01
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Description
Description
Cosmetic-grade inorganic pigment (iron oxide red) dispersed in octyldodecanol. 45-55% pigment content. Very fine dispersion (free of aggregates > 5 microns).
Benefits
  • High-quality extra fine color dispersion providing superior color purity and saturation
  • Can easily be incorporated into various color cosmetics
Use
Typical use level 0.1-20%. Can be tinted with other oil-dispersed colors or oil-dispersed titanium dioxide to create lighter shades. Gives a slightly reddish tone when diluted. For external use only.
Applications
Decorative cosmetics as foundations, lipsticks, nail lacquers, eye liners, lip liners, lip gloss, blush, soaps, bath salts.
CAS
5333-42-6, 1332-37-2
INCI
CI 77491 (iron oxide red), octyldodecanol
composition
CI 77491 (iron oxide red), octyldodecanol
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Viscous red 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 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 Red 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.