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Colorant

CI 75120

CAS 1393-63-1 / 542-40-5 Updated
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Annatto — natural orange-red colorant from Bixa orellana seeds (E160b). Long food and cosmetic use history; rare allergy is the only flag.

Function

COLORANT

Skin benefits

  • Natural orange-red colorant from annatto seeds
  • Long food and cosmetic safety history
  • Low allergen profile

Known concerns

  • Rare allergy in highly sensitive individuals

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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