Bismuth Oxychloride

Bismuth Oxychloride

Item No. PRL-BIOX-01
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Description
Description
Very fine crystallized pigment composed of bismuth and a salt. Bismuth can be found naturally in the rare mineral bismoclite but is nowadays produced from other metals
Benefits
  • Pearlescent pigment providing excellent semi-transparent mild luster
  • Good filling properties providing smooth texture
Use
Can be tinted with other pigments to create different shades. For external use only.
Applications
Main ingredient for mineral makeup products including face powders, foundations, lipsticks, eye shadows, mascara, and more.
CAS
7787-59-9
INCI
Bismuth oxychloride
composition
Bismuth oxychloride
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Fine off-white crystalline powder, no odor
Solubility
Insoluble, but miscible in water & oils
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
USA
Raw Material Source
Bismuth
Manufacture
Bismuth oxychloride is produced from bismuth that has been extracted from lead, tin, or copper, and then purified in a multi-step process. Purified bismuth is then chlorinated and treated with water to create the pigment bismuth oxychloride.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components)
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
3003100000
Regulatory Information
Bismuth oxychloride 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.