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SOLVENT RED 72

CAS 596-03-2 / 4372-02-5 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

Solvent Red 72 (D&C Orange No. 5) — a brominated fluorescein dye. Restricted EU use with toxicity concerns; finished cosmetic exposure is low but the class warrants caution.

Skin benefits

  • Provides red-orange color in cosmetics
  • FDA-approved for limited US cosmetic/drug uses (D&C Orange No. 5)

Known concerns

  • Toxic if swallowed (H301)
  • Brominated dye class — environmental persistence
  • Restricted use in EU under Annex III/IV
  • Photo-sensitization potential reported for fluorescein analogues

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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