CI 77491

RestrictedCAS 1309-37-140 regulations across 16 markets

CI 77491 is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Colorant. Also known as CAS 1309-37-1. It is regulated in 16 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.

Also Known As

CAS Number
52357-70-7, 1309-37-1, 1317-61-9, 1345-27-3, 1345-25-1, 51274-00-1, 12227-89-3
INCI variants
IRON OXIDES, IRON OXIDE RED
Color Index
CI 77489, CI 77492, CI 77499

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union4
United Kingdom4
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil
South Korea1
Japan
Taiwan1
Australia
Singapore1
Malaysia1
Thailand1
Indonesia1
Vietnam1
Philippines1
UAE4
Saudi Arabia4
Qatar4
Oman4
Kuwait4
Bahrain4
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

Europe8 regulations
European UnionRestrictedAnnex IV #134
Chemical name
Iron oxide
CAS
1345-25-1
Color Index
CI 77489

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex IV

European UnionRestrictedAnnex IV #135
Chemical name
Iron Oxide red
CAS
1345-25-1; 1345-27-3; 1309-37-1; 1317-61-9; 52357-70-7
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77491

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex IV

European UnionRestrictedAnnex IV #136
Chemical name
Iron Oxide Yellow
CAS
51274-00-1
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77492

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex IV

European UnionRestrictedAnnex IV #137
Chemical name
Iron Oxide Black
CAS
12227-89-3; 1309-37-1; 1317-61-9; 1345-25-1; 1345-27-3; 52357-70-7
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77499

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex IV

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex IV #134
Chemical name
Iron oxide
Color Index
77489

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex IV

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex IV #135
Chemical name
Iron Oxide Red
Other conditions
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E 172)
Color Index
77491

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex IV

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex IV #136
Chemical name
Iron Oxide Yellow
CAS
51274-00-1
Other conditions
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E 172)
Color Index
77492

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex IV

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex IV #137
Chemical name
Iron Oxide Black
Other conditions
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E 172)
Color Index
77499

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex IV

AmericasNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for CI 77491 in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.

East Asia & Oceania2 regulations
South KoreaRestrictedAnnex restricted #M1460
Chemical name
Iron Oxide Red, Ferric Oxide, CI 77491, PIGMENT RED 101,102

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

TaiwanRestrictedAnnex Colorants List #134
Chemical name
CI 77491
Product type
Scope 1: All cosmetic products
Color Index
CI 77491

Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations

ASEAN6 regulations
SingaporeRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex IV (Colorants) #77491
Chemical name
Red
Product type
All cosmetic products
Color Index
CI 77491

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

MalaysiaRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex IV (Colorants) #77491
Chemical name
Red
Product type
All cosmetic products
Color Index
CI 77491

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

ThailandRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex IV (Colorants) #77491
Chemical name
Red
Product type
All cosmetic products
Color Index
CI 77491

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

IndonesiaRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex IV (Colorants) #77491
Chemical name
Red
Product type
All cosmetic products
Color Index
CI 77491

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

VietnamRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex IV (Colorants) #77491
Chemical name
Red
Product type
All cosmetic products
Color Index
CI 77491

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

PhilippinesRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex IV (Colorants) #77491
Chemical name
Red
Product type
All cosmetic products
Color Index
CI 77491

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

GCC24 regulations
UAERestrictedAnnex IV #134
Chemical name
Iron oxide
CAS
1345-25-1
Color Index
CI 77489

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

UAERestrictedAnnex IV #135
Chemical name
Iron Oxide red
CAS
1345-25-1; 1345-27-3; 1309-37-1; 1317-61-9; 52357-70-7
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77491

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

UAERestrictedAnnex IV #136
Chemical name
Iron Oxide Yellow
CAS
51274-00-1
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77492

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

UAERestrictedAnnex IV #137
Chemical name
Iron Oxide Black
CAS
12227-89-3; 1309-37-1; 1317-61-9; 1345-25-1; 1345-27-3; 52357-70-7
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77499

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex IV #134
Chemical name
Iron oxide
CAS
1345-25-1
Color Index
CI 77489

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex IV #135
Chemical name
Iron Oxide red
CAS
1345-25-1; 1345-27-3; 1309-37-1; 1317-61-9; 52357-70-7
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77491

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex IV #136
Chemical name
Iron Oxide Yellow
CAS
51274-00-1
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77492

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex IV #137
Chemical name
Iron Oxide Black
CAS
12227-89-3; 1309-37-1; 1317-61-9; 1345-25-1; 1345-27-3; 52357-70-7
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77499

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

QatarRestrictedAnnex IV #134
Chemical name
Iron oxide
CAS
1345-25-1
Color Index
CI 77489

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

QatarRestrictedAnnex IV #135
Chemical name
Iron Oxide red
CAS
1345-25-1; 1345-27-3; 1309-37-1; 1317-61-9; 52357-70-7
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77491

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

QatarRestrictedAnnex IV #136
Chemical name
Iron Oxide Yellow
CAS
51274-00-1
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77492

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

QatarRestrictedAnnex IV #137
Chemical name
Iron Oxide Black
CAS
12227-89-3; 1309-37-1; 1317-61-9; 1345-25-1; 1345-27-3; 52357-70-7
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77499

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

OmanRestrictedAnnex IV #134
Chemical name
Iron oxide
CAS
1345-25-1
Color Index
CI 77489

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

OmanRestrictedAnnex IV #135
Chemical name
Iron Oxide red
CAS
1345-25-1; 1345-27-3; 1309-37-1; 1317-61-9; 52357-70-7
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77491

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

OmanRestrictedAnnex IV #136
Chemical name
Iron Oxide Yellow
CAS
51274-00-1
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77492

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

OmanRestrictedAnnex IV #137
Chemical name
Iron Oxide Black
CAS
12227-89-3; 1309-37-1; 1317-61-9; 1345-25-1; 1345-27-3; 52357-70-7
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77499

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex IV #134
Chemical name
Iron oxide
CAS
1345-25-1
Color Index
CI 77489

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex IV #135
Chemical name
Iron Oxide red
CAS
1345-25-1; 1345-27-3; 1309-37-1; 1317-61-9; 52357-70-7
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77491

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex IV #136
Chemical name
Iron Oxide Yellow
CAS
51274-00-1
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77492

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex IV #137
Chemical name
Iron Oxide Black
CAS
12227-89-3; 1309-37-1; 1317-61-9; 1345-25-1; 1345-27-3; 52357-70-7
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77499

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

BahrainRestrictedAnnex IV #134
Chemical name
Iron oxide
CAS
1345-25-1
Color Index
CI 77489

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

BahrainRestrictedAnnex IV #135
Chemical name
Iron Oxide red
CAS
1345-25-1; 1345-27-3; 1309-37-1; 1317-61-9; 52357-70-7
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77491

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

BahrainRestrictedAnnex IV #136
Chemical name
Iron Oxide Yellow
CAS
51274-00-1
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77492

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

BahrainRestrictedAnnex IV #137
Chemical name
Iron Oxide Black
CAS
12227-89-3; 1309-37-1; 1317-61-9; 1345-25-1; 1345-27-3; 52357-70-7
Conditions of use
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E172)
Color Index
CI 77499

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)

EAEUNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for CI 77491 in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CI 77491 banned in any country?

CI 77491 is not banned in any of the 26 markets tracked by Formpli. However, it may be subject to restrictions or conditions of use in some markets.

What are the restrictions on CI 77491 in cosmetics?

CI 77491 is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.

Can I use CI 77491 in cosmetics?

CI 77491 is regulated in 16 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Use Formpli's free screening tool to check your full ingredient list against all 26 markets at once.

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This information is for reference only and does not constitute legal or regulatory advice. Regulations change — always verify with official sources and consult a regulatory specialist before exporting cosmetic products. Data sourced from EU COSING, US FDA, Health Canada, MHLW Japan, MFDS Korea, ASEAN ACD, GCC SFDA, TGA Australia, ANVISA Brazil, EAEU TR CU, and Taiwan TFDA.