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Common Name(s): Organic/inorganic pigment,approved cosmetic colorant,colour cosmetics pigment

CAS Number: N/a

DESCRIPTION

What It Does: Provides concentrated colour in colour cosmetics within the permitted application areas and concentration ranges specified by fda 21 cfr 73/74 and eu cosmetics regulation annex iv.

Why It's Used: Synthetic organic pigments provide 10โ€“50ร— higher molar absorptivity than iron oxides, enabling vibrant colour at very low concentrations โ€” essential for the full colour spectrum in prestige colour cosmetics.

How It Works: Colour arises from selective wavelength absorption by the organic chromophore system (azo, quinacridone, phthalocyanine, or anthraquinone chromophores) โ€” the extended ฯ€-conjugation absorbs specific visible wavelengths providing vivid, highly saturated complementary colour.

Typically Found In: Colour cosmetics,lip products,eye products

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Primary Category: Active ingredient โ€“ mineral / metal active

Secondary Functions: Antimicrobial,sebum regulation,antioxidant enzyme cofactor

Application Areas:

Facial Skincare

Body Care

Hair Care

Beard Care

Color Cosmetics (Makeup)

Dietary/Oral Supplements

Typical Concentration Range: Check fda/eu permitted use list

SOURCING & ETHICS

Vegan Status: Yes

Halal Status: Yes

Source Notes: Mineral/inorganic compound. cosmetic or pharmaceutical grade.

SKIN COMPATIBILITY

Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ€“ very low

Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ€“ non-comedogenic

Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating at recommended concentrations.

Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes at recommended concentrations

SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY

Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile at cosmetic concentrations. ewg score: 1โ€“2.

Works Well With: Niacinamide,salicylic acid,other actives

Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities at standard concentrations

SCIENTIFIC NOTE

All cosmetic colorants in the us require fda batch certification (form 2511) per lot; eu annex iv lists permitted colorants with use restrictions by application area. formulators must verify both permitted status and maximum concentration for the specific product type.

Last Verified: Fda 21 cfr 73/74,eu cosmetics regulation annex iv,pigment regulatory review

Primary Sources: 2026-03-12