CI 77268

Other names: CI 77268:1, Pigment black 8, Vine black, Vine black, Carbon black

Harm score: 2 (Derivatives of natural substances)

CI 77268, also known as CI 77268:1, Pigment black 8, Vine black, Vine black, or Carbon black, is a specific pigment that finds its use mainly in the cosmetics industry. This pigment is classified as a black dye that has long been used in a variety of applications from painting to printing to the cosmetics industry.

In the cosmetics industry, CI 77268 is mainly used as a colouring ingredient in eye products such as eyeliners, eyeliners or mascaras. Furthermore, this pigment is often used in various types of nail polishes. In painting it is also used for the production of art paints and in printing technology it is used to produce various types of printing inks. In addition, Pigment black 8 is also used in the pharmaceutical industry or in the production of plastics and rubbers. CI 77268 is thus a versatile pigment whose use can be found in various industries.