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PIGMENT RED 64:1

CAS 6371-76-2 Updated
38

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A monoazo red pigment listed in EU Annex IV with use restrictions and Annex II banning use in hair dye products. Restrictions reflect class concerns about cleavable aromatic amines and sensitization.

Function

COLORANT

Skin benefits

  • Red pigment for limited cosmetic colorant use
  • EU Annex IV restrictions ensure regulated use

Known concerns

  • Banned for hair dye applications under EU Annex II
  • Azo dye class with structural concern over carcinogenic aromatic amine cleavage
  • Sensitization potential common to monoazo class

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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