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DIRECT RED 23

CAS 3441-14-3
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Safety score · 0–100

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

About

Direct Red 23 is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Note: subject to regulatory restrictions in some markets. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Direct Red 23 (CAS 3441-14-3) is a synthetic azo dye used as a colourant in cosmetic preparations. EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex II entry II/1269 specifically restricts this substance, reflecting regulatory concern about azo dyes capable of cleaving to carcinogenic aromatic amines upon skin contact or metabolism. While it has been used historically as a cosmetic colourant, its restriction classification under II/1269 indicates it cannot be freely used in EU-market cosmetic products without specific regulatory approval.

Known concerns

  • EU Annex II restricted — II/1269 applies
  • Potential for carcinogenic aromatic amine formation
  • Limited safe use data in topical cosmetic applications

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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