Is Iron Oxides vegan?

Iron Oxides

Vegan

Iron oxides and hydroxides are inorganic pigments derived from mineral iron sources. They include red, yellow, black, and brown iron oxide pigments widely used as colorants in cosmetics and food.

Also known as Black iron oxide, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, Ferric oxide, Iron oxide pigments, Iron Oxides, Red iron oxide, Yellow iron oxide
E number E172
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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