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CI 77499

CAS 12227-89-3 / 1309-37-1 / 1317-61-9 / 1345-25-1 / 1345-27-3 / 52357-70-7 Updated
90

Safety score · 0–100

Excellent

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Black iron oxide — a mineral pigment that gives mascara, eyeliner and foundations their dark shades. Inert, hypoallergenic and approved by EU and FDA for cosmetic use.

Function

COLORANT

Skin benefits

  • Inert mineral pigment
  • Hypoallergenic
  • EU and FDA approved

Known concerns

  • Avoid inhaling loose powder

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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