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Colorant

Iron oxide

CAS 1345-25-1 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

An inert mineral iron-oxide pigment used in makeup for red, yellow, and black tones. One of the safest cosmetic colorants, permitted globally with strict purity standards.

Skin benefits

  • Inert mineral pigment for makeup
  • Provides red/yellow/black colors
  • EU and FDA permitted colorant
  • Excellent stability

Known concerns

  • Trace heavy-metal impurity controls required
  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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