CI 77491

Explained

Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.

Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.

Synthetically created Ci 77491 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.

See all 10,204 products with CI 77491

Users who like it
43%
Users who avoid it
57%

What it does

Cosmetic Colorant Agents that add color to a product

Alternative names

Iron Oxide Red

Prevalence

Somewhat common Percentage of products that contain it
12%
Top categories
Makeup
Sunscreens
Lip Care
Position Predominant list placement
Bottom 25%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 32829
INCI Name CI 77491
EC #  215-168-2 / 215-277-5 / 215-722-3 / 257-870-1 / 215-721-8
All Functions Cosmetic Colorant