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Colorant

CI 15580

CAS 5850-87-3 Updated
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A red azo pigment (CI 15580). Not on the EU permitted cosmetic colorant list (Annex IV), so its use in EU cosmetics is restricted. Azo dyes can in principle break down to aromatic amines.

Function

COLORANT

Skin benefits

  • Provides red color in cosmetics
  • Stable across pH range
  • Approved colorant in several jurisdictions

Known concerns

  • EU restriction: not in Annex IV permitted cosmetic colorants list
  • Azo dye class — degradation can release aromatic amines
  • Limited use to rinse-off in some markets

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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