Red Iron Oxide (CI 77491)

AKA: Iron trioxide, Iron(3+) oxide, Anhydrous Ferric Oxide, Anhydrous Iron (III) Oxide
Synthetic
Colorant
Not Clean
OriginRed iron oxide is derived from iron ore minerals, primarily hematite and magnetite, found in natural deposits worldwide. It is produced through heating and calcination of iron compounds, followed by grinding to create fine pigment particles.
Red Iron Oxide (CI 77491) is a cosmetic ingredient.
CAS #
1309-37-1, 1317-61-9, 1345-27-3, 52357-70-7, 1345-25-1
Form
Powder
State
Solid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Opacifying
Cosmetic Colorant
Gives the product its color. Purely aesthetic — makes the formula look good in the jar but does nothing for your skin.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR