Beetroot Red

INCI: BEETROOT RED (CI 75585)

CAS Number
7659-95-2 (betanin)
Function
Colorant
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Color additive exempt from certification for food (recently expanded use, Feb 2026); cosmetic use permitted under general provisions

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Susceptible to pH-dependent degradation (stable pH 4โ€“6); heat-labile above 50ยฐC; may discolor at alkaline pH

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

colorant

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beetroot Red safe in cosmetics?

Susceptible to pH-dependent degradation (stable pH 4โ€“6); heat-labile above 50ยฐC; may discolor at alkaline pH The EU classifies Beetroot Red as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Beetroot Red allowed in the EU?

Beetroot Red EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Beetroot Red do in cosmetics?

Beetroot Red functions as: Colorant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7659-95-2 (betanin).

What is the Margin of Safety for Beetroot Red?

adequate 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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