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Expert Verdict
CAS 5281-04-9. EU: Permitted (Annex IV, EC 1223/2009), 0.4% max in non-oxidative hair dyes per SCCS; eye area prohibited. US: Permitted for cosmetics generally (21 CFR 74.2307); eye area prohibited; FDA batch certification required.
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Is D&C Red No. 7 safe in cosmetics?
CAS 5281-04-9. EU: Permitted (Annex IV, EC 1223/2009), 0.4% max in non-oxidative hair dyes per SCCS; eye area prohibited. US: Permitted for cosmetics generally (21 CFR 74.2307); eye area prohibited; FDA batch certification required. The EU classifies D&C Red No. 7 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is D&C Red No. 7 allowed in the EU?
D&C Red No. 7 EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.4% max in non-oxidative hair dyes. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does D&C Red No. 7 do in cosmetics?
D&C Red No. 7 functions as: colorant. It is classified as a Colorant in our database. CAS number: 5281-04-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for D&C Red No. 7?
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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