Since humans created the 32,000-year-old cave paintings at Lascaux, France, natural iron oxide pigments have been used in art for tens of thousands of years.
Colorants containing iron oxide pigments are used in ceramic glazes, glass, paper, plastic, rubber, and textiles, as well as cosmetics and magnetic ink and toner.
Micaceous iron oxide coatings have been used in harsh environments for heavy duty applications such as industrial tanks, refineries, chemical plants, drilling rigs, and bridges.
