
SUMICOS™ WALNUT
CAS Number
12001-26-2, 1309-37-1, 1317-61-9
Physical form
Powder
About
Pearlescent pigment for cosmetic applications like face & eye make-up, lip products and nail varnish. This brown-colored lustrous coloring agent is used in personal care products like skincare, soaps, fragrances and body oils. Other applications are hair color products, shampoo, shower gel, and wash-off products. It is composed of mica (59-71%), iron (III) oxide (23-31%) and iron (II,III) oxide (5-11%). Shelf life: 5 years.
Benefits:
- Resistant to acids and alkalis, heat stability upto 800°C
- Imparts brilliancy and shimmer effects
- Practically insoluble in water
- Meets with European Cosmetic Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009 & REACH Regulation (EC) No.1907/2006
- Meets all requirements of US FDA 21CFR, PART 70-82
Grade Name
Walnut
Chemical Composition
Mica, Iron (III) oxide, Iron (II,III) oxide
Regulatory Status
- US
- Europe
- Japan
- China
Color Index
CI 77019, CI 77491, CI 77499
INCI Name
MICA, CI 77491, CI 77499
Category
Pigments > Special Effect Pigments > Pearl Luster Pigments