Permitted azo colorant (yellow)
Trisodium 5-hydroxy-1-(4-sulphophenyl)-4-(4-sulphophenylazo)pyrazole-3-carboxylate and aluminium lake (see note 17). CI 19140
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
CI 19140 (tartrazine) and its aluminium lake provide bright yellow color and are permitted under EU Annex IV with restrictions. Some users experience pseudo-allergic reactions to the dye.
Skin benefits
- Bright yellow colorant
- Permitted EU cosmetic colorant under Annex IV
- Stable in many formulations
Known concerns
- Known cause of pseudo-allergic reactions in some individuals
- Restricted under Annex IV (note 17) per the entry
- Aluminium lake form raises additional aluminium exposure questions
- Azo dye class flagged by food advocacy groups
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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