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Colorant

CI 18736

CAS 6408-26-0 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A chromium-complexed monoazo red colorant restricted to rinse-off cosmetic products under EU Annex IV/41. The rinse-off cap reflects metal sensitization risk if it stayed on skin.

Function

COLORANT

Skin benefits

  • Provides red coloration in rinse-off cosmetic products
  • Permitted under EU Annex IV/41 with strict rinse-off restriction
  • Class supplies stable lightfast hues

Known concerns

  • Contains chromium metal complex — sensitization concern in leave-on products
  • Restricted to rinse-off applications only
  • Aromatic amine cleavage potential in azo class

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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