Pur Oxy Brown B.C is a brown and black pigments used in a variety of color cosmetic applications, including eye makeup, compact powder, foundation, lipstick, and mascara. These pigments are also suitable for nail care applications such as nail lacquer. Available in powder form, they comply with EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 and are used in leave-on, lotions, powder, and stick formats.

INCI Name: Iron Oxide Black, Iron Oxide Red

Pigment Type: Inorganic Pigments

CI Name: Pigment Brown 6

CI Number: 77491, 77499

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Application Format
Color Cosmetic Applications
Nail Care Applications
Use Restrictions

Use of this color is limited to pet food, ingested or topically applied drugs and cosmetics. It is also subject to additional restrictions.

Properties

Color (Properties)
Physical Form
Appearance
Reddish brown fine powder
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
PropertiesLightfastness - Excellent--
Specific Gravity4.75--
CTFA IdentificationIron Oxide--
LightfastnessExcellent
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Melting Pointmin. 1000°C-
Physical StatePowder--
ColorBrown--
OdorOdorless--
pH Value (50 g/l, water)7 - 10
Insoluble inWater--
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Gram Negative BacteriaNegative--
Yeast & Mold Countmax. 100col./gram-
Aerobic Plate Countmax. 100col./gram-
Heavy Metals
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Mercury Contentmax. 3ppm-
Arsenic Contentmax. 3ppm-
Lead Contentmax. 10ppm-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Chemical Inventories

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
5 years
Shelf Life Information

Indefinite when stored as recommended (5 years)

Recommended Storage Conditions

Store at room temperature in a dry location. Keep containerand inner liner tightly closed.