Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Azo dye colorant with metabolite concerns mitigated by insolubility; EU permitted but US approval not established.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Acid Red 18 Aluminum Lake safe in cosmetics?
Azo dye colorant with metabolite concerns mitigated by insolubility; EU permitted but US approval not established. The EU classifies Acid Red 18 Aluminum Lake as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Acid Red 18 Aluminum Lake allowed in the EU?
Acid Red 18 Aluminum Lake EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Acid Red 18 Aluminum Lake do in cosmetics?
Acid Red 18 Aluminum Lake functions as: Cosmetic colorant (insoluble pigment for color cosmetics). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No unique CAS; derived from parent 2611-82-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Acid Red 18 Aluminum Lake?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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