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Colorant

CI 15620

CAS 1658-56-6 Updated
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

An azo colorant in the orange/red range. EU permits it under Annex IV with use restrictions. Standard azo-dye caveats apply for mucosal contact and skin sensitization.

Function

COLORANT

Skin benefits

  • Provides orange/red shade in cosmetics
  • Approved on EU Annex IV for specified uses

Known concerns

  • Azo colorant — potential aromatic amine release on reduction
  • EU restricts use to non-mucosal/non-eye applications
  • Not for use in products applied to mucous membranes

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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