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Cosmetics & Personal care
SUMICOS™ COPPER
Provided by Sudarshan
About
Coloring agent used in cosmetic applications like face & eye make-up and skin care, hair care & lip products. It is a copper lustrous pearlescent pigment used in soap, shampoo, shower gel & wash-off products. It is recommended for nail varnish, fragrances and body oils. It contains mica (58-70%), and iron (III) oxide (31-41%). Shelf life: 5 years.
Benefits:
- Heat stability up to 500°C
- Provides resistance to acids and alkalis
- Practically insoluble in water
- Offers brilliancy and shimmer
- Meets all requirements of US FDA 21CFR, PART 70-82
| CAS Number | 12001-26-2, 1309-37-1 |
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| Grade Name | Copper |
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About sudarshan
Sudarshan has specialized in colors and chemicals for over 60 years and has acquired a strong position in pigments and agro chemicals in India and worldwide. With over 35% market share we are the largest pigment supplier , among both India and MNC´s, in the fastest growing economy in the world.




