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Colorant

HEMATITE

CAS 1317-60-8
88

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

Hematite — natural iron(III) oxide used as a stable red-brown pigment in cosmetic formulations. Topically inert with well-established colour-additive safety, subject to standard heavy-metal and powder controls.

Skin benefits

  • Inert iron-oxide pigment
  • Stable colour without dyes
  • Heat- and light-stable
  • Standard cosmetic colourant

Known concerns

  • Fine-powder inhalation caution
  • Heavy-metal QC required for natural ore

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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