Excellent Cosmetic Ingredient GHS Classified

Hematite Powder

INCI: HEMATITE POWDER

CAS Number
1309-37-1
Function
Colorant, abrasive, bulking agent
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted under FDA 21 CFR 73.2250; iron oxides exempt from batch certification; approved for all cosmetic use including lips and eye area

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Short-term Exposure Effects
May cause mechanical irritation.
Long-term Exposure Effects
Repeated or prolonged inhalation of dust particles may cause effects on the lungs. This may result in siderosis, a benign condition.

Expert Verdict

Must meet iron oxide purity specifications with heavy metals controlled (Pb ≤10 ppm, As ≤3 ppm per EU Annex IV); use only cosmetic-grade synthetic iron oxide as natural-sourced hematite may contain asbestos-form minerals; note inhalation hazard in powder form during manufacturing.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

colorant natural-origin eu_children_restricted fda_food_additive eu_cosing_listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hematite Powder safe in cosmetics?

Must meet iron oxide purity specifications with heavy metals controlled (Pb ≤10 ppm, As ≤3 ppm per EU Annex IV); use only cosmetic-grade synthetic iron oxide as natural-sourced hematite may contain asbestos-form minerals; note inhalation hazard in powder form during manufacturing. The EU classifies Hematite Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Hematite Powder allowed in the EU?

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

What does Hematite Powder do in cosmetics?

Hematite Powder functions as: Colorant, abrasive, bulking agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1309-37-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for Hematite Powder?

adequate 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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