Clarification on "Organic" Color Meaning and Alternatives for White/Black Pigments

White and Black Colors in the FD&C Group and Alternatives

Colors in the FD&C (Food, Drug, and Cosmetic) group are mostly synthetic colors used for food, drugs, and cosmetics. Generally, white and black colors are not included in the FD&C color list.

For white and black colors used in various products, colors from other sources are commonly used instead, such as:

• White: Titanium Dioxide is widely used. It is an opaque white pigment that can be used in both cosmetics and food (food grade).
• Black: Iron Oxides Black is commonly used. It is a black pigment derived from iron compounds and can be used in both cosmetics and food (food grade with low heavy metals). Additionally, Carbon Black is used in some cosmetic products like mascara or eyeliner.

Relevant products:

• Titanium Dioxide Nanosil
• Titanium Dioxide (White Color, Food)
• Iron Oxides Black (Triethoxycaprylylsilane Coated)
• Black Iron Oxides (Low Heavy Metals, Food)
• WaterMix™ Black (Carbon Black 20% Dispersion)
• Black Color EasyWash™