Good Cosmetic Ingredient

CI 17200

CAS Number
3567-66-6
Function
Colorant
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes FDA-approved as D&C Red No. 33; permitted for externally applied cosmetics, mouthwashes, dentifrices, and lipsticks (max 3% in lipstick); not permitted for use in the eye area; 21 CFR 74.1333

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Well-characterized red azo dye with FDA and EU approval for external cosmetics; restrictions exclude eye-area application; 3% lipstick cap ensures safety margin.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

azo-dye fda-certified eu-permitted eye-area-restriction lipstick-max-3-percent synthetic-colorant eu_children_restricted epa_safer_alternative ifra_fragrance eu_cosing_listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CI 17200 safe in cosmetics?

Well-characterized red azo dye with FDA and EU approval for external cosmetics; restrictions exclude eye-area application; 3% lipstick cap ensures safety margin. The EU classifies CI 17200 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is CI 17200 allowed in the EU?

CI 17200 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does CI 17200 do in cosmetics?

CI 17200 functions as: Colorant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 3567-66-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for CI 17200?

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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