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Banned

CI 18050

CAS 3734-67-6 Updated
18

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

Amaranth (Acid Red 27) — an azo dye banned for cosmetic use in the EU under Annex II of Reg. 1223/2009. Avoid.

Skin benefits

  • Red dye — historic cosmetic use
  • Bright color

Known concerns

  • Azo dye — banned in EU cosmetics (Annex II)
  • Past food-safety concerns
  • Possible aniline-type metabolites

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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