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Spectra Colors D & C BLACK 2 SPECIAL NN

INCI Name: CI 77266

Color: Black

Pigment Type: Inorganic Pigments

Labeling Claims: Animal Products-free, Dust-free, Halal, Kosher, Odor-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Vegan, Vegetarian

Certifications & Compliance: GMP, Halal, Kosher

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Identification & Functionality

CI Number
INCI Name
Pigment Type
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
CAS No.
7440-44-0

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Nail Care Applications
Applications

D&C Black No. 2 may be safely used for coloring the following cosmetics: Eyeliner, brush-on-brow, eye shadow, mascara, lipstick, blushers and rouge, makeup and foundation, and nail enamel; in amounts consistent with current good manufacturing practice.

Properties

Color
Physical Form
Dispersible in
Water
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Escherichia coliAbsentin 1g
PseudomonasAbsentin 1g
SalmonellaAbsentin 10g
Staphylococcus aureusAbsentin 1g
Total Viable Bacterial Countmax. 50cfu/g
Total Yeast and Molds Countmax. 50cfu/g
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Antimony Contentmax. 5ppm
Arsenic Contentmax. 3ppm
Barium Contentmax. 10ppm
Cadmium Contentmax. 1ppm
Chromium Contentmax. 3ppm
Cobalt Contentmax. 10ppm
Copper Contentmax. 20ppm
Lead Contentmax. 5ppm
Mercury Contentmax. 1ppm
Nickel Contentmax. 10ppm
Particle SizeNon - nano
Selenium Contentmax. 3ppm
Zinc Contentmax. 25ppm

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Regulatory
  • TSCA Status : In Compliance
  • * Contains FDA-certified D&C Black No. 2 conforming to 21 CFR Sec. 74.2052
  • * Permitted for Cosmetic and Toiletry applications in Korea
  • * This product contains carbon black meeting EU Cosmetic Directive 1223/2009 Annex IV and the purity specification E153
    therein
  • ASEAN Cosmetic Directive, Annex IV, part 1 - allowed to use in Cosmetic as per field of Application 1
  • Canada (DSL) and Japan (ENCS) Listed

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
5 years
Storage Instructions
  • Store the product in original packaging with the original seal intact, in a dry environment, protected from heat and light.
  • Store material sealed; recommended storage temperature between 60°F and 85°F (15°C and 30°C).
  • Keep the original label intact and legible; keep container in good condition, protect from physical damage.
  • Keep all opened containers tightly sealed in an area that is secure and clean.
Shelf life

5 years if stored in dry, clean, opaque sealed containers at room temperature [less than 80°F]