Hematite Extract

INCI: HEMATITE EXTRACT

CAS Number
1317-60-8 (Hematite/Fe₂O₃); related CI 77491: 1309-37-1
Function
Colorant, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Iron Oxides permanently listed under 21 CFR 73.2250, exempt from certification; permitted for external use including eye area

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Must comply with heavy metal purity specifications (As ≤3 ppm, Pb ≤10 ppm, Hg ≤1 ppm per EU/FDA specs); natural hematite may contain trace mineral impurities — synthetic iron oxides preferred for purity; provides UV/visible/blue light protection

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract colorant natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hematite Extract safe in cosmetics?

Must comply with heavy metal purity specifications (As ≤3 ppm, Pb ≤10 ppm, Hg ≤1 ppm per EU/FDA specs); natural hematite may contain trace mineral impurities — synthetic iron oxides preferred for purity; provides UV/visible/blue light protection The EU classifies Hematite Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Hematite Extract allowed in the EU?

Hematite Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Hematite Extract do in cosmetics?

Hematite Extract functions as: Colorant, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1317-60-8 (Hematite/Fe₂O₃); related CI 77491: 1309-37-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for Hematite Extract?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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