IRON OXIDE BROWN PIGMENT

Description

Description:
Iron oxide brown pigment is an inorganic compound composed primarily of a blend of red, yellow, and black iron oxides. It is widely used as a colorant due to its excellent stability, non-toxicity, and natural earthy tone. It belongs to the broader category of iron oxides, which are among the most durable pigments available.

Benefits:

• Excellent color stability (resistant to UV, heat, and chemicals)
• Non-toxic and safe (widely approved for cosmetic and food-contact uses in some forms)
• High opacity and tinting strength
• Corrosion resistance (used in protective coatings)
• Environmentally stable (does not easily degrade)
• Cost-effective pigment

INCI Name: CI 77492

CAS Number: 12737-27-8

Grade: Cosmetics

pH: 6 – 8

Solubility: Insoluble

Appearance: Fine powder, Brown color (ranges from reddish-brown to dark brown depending on composition)

Applications:

Cosmetics & Personal Care:

• Foundations, powders, eyeshadows, lipsticks

2. Paints & Coatings:

• Industrial coatings
• Decorative paints
• Anti-corrosion primers

3. Construction Materials:

• Colored concrete
• Bricks and pavers

4. Plastics & Rubber:

• Coloring agents in polymer products

5. Ceramics:

• Glazes and decorative finishes

Country of Origin: Germany

Usage Rate: Depends on application:

• Cosmetics: 0.1% – 10%
• Paints & coatings: 1% – 20%
• Concrete & construction: 2% – 8% (by weight of cement)
• Plastics: 0.5% – 5%

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