An inorganic iron oxide colour, regulated in Annex IV.
What it is
CI 77489 is an iron oxide colour that, according to CosIng, consists chiefly of ferrous oxide (iron(II) oxide). CosIng classes it chemically as an inorganic colour and lists it as a colorant. In the EU it is listed in Annex IV (colorants).
Where it is used
Found in make-up such as foundations, powders and eye products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
See the EU regulation section for the applicable conditions. The INCI list does not show the shade or how much colour it contributes.
Functions
- Colorant
- Exclusively or mainly intended to colour the cosmetic product, the body as a whole or certain parts thereof, by absorption or reflection of visible light; (precursors of oxidative hair colorants shall be deemed colorants). All authorised colorants are substances in the positive list of Annex IV to the Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009.
EU regulation
EU · Annex IV, entry 134Iron oxide
- As of
- 3 November 2026 · (EC) 2009/1223