Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- CI Name
- Ingredient Origin
- Pigment Type
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Applications
Use Statement : Iron oxides are safe for use in coloring cosmetics generally, including cosmetics applied to the area of the eye, in amounts consistent with good manufacturing practice. (21CFR 73.2250)
Properties
- Color
- Microbiological Values
- Specifications
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Escherichia coli | Absent | in 10g | - |
| Pseudomonas | Absent | in 10g | - |
| Salmonella | Absent | in 10g | - |
| Staphylococcus aureus | Absent | in 10g | - |
| Total Viable Bacterial Count | max. 100 | cfu/g | - |
| Total Yeast and Molds Count | max. 10 | cfu/g | - |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Arsenic Content | max. 3 | ppm | - |
| Barium Content | max. 50 | ppm | - |
| Cadmium Content | max. 5 | ppm | - |
| Chromium Content | max. 100 | ppm | - |
| Copper Content | max. 50 | ppm | - |
| Lead Content | max. 10 | ppm | - |
| Mercury Content | max. 3 | ppm | - |
| Moisture Content | max. 2 | % | - |
| Molecular Weight | 159.7 | - | - |
| Nickel Content | max. 200 | ppm | - |
| Particle Size | max. 5 | microns | - |
| pH | 6.5 ± 1.5 | - | - |
| Pure Dye Content | min. 68 | % | - |
| Specific Gravity | 5 | - | - |
| Zinc Content | max. 100 | ppm | - |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Chemical Inventories
- Regulatory
- TSCA Status : In Compliance
- 95/45/EC, 231/2012 & 2008/128/EC : E172
- FDA conditional listing under foods (21 CFR part 73.200), drugs (part 73.1200), cosmetics (part 73.2250) and medical devices (part 73.3125).
- Complies with U.S. FDA & EC regulations as pharma grade
- * U.S. FDA CFR 21 part 73/74 & 82
- * EU Cosmetic Products Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009
- * Japan MHLW Ordinance No. 126 of July 29, 2003 - Coal-Tar Colors
- * ASEAN Cosmetic Directive, Annex IV, part 1 - allowed to use in Cosmetic as per field of Application 1.
- * China Technical Safety Standards for Cosmetics (TSSC 2015)
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 8 years (unopened container)
- 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.