CI 77489

Ci 77489 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give an orange hue to products.

Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.

Synthetically created Ci 77489 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.

A note on EU vs US ingredient lists:
The EU typically uses CI numbers for colorants when applicable, such as this ingredient. In the US, iron oxides are regulated as color additives and "iron oxides" is the most commonly used name in US cosmetic practice.