Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Concentration-limited to 3% in both jurisdictions. Contains nitro and chloro substituents — ensure purity specifications met.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pigment Red 4 safe in cosmetics?
Concentration-limited to 3% in both jurisdictions. Contains nitro and chloro substituents — ensure purity specifications met. The EU classifies Pigment Red 4 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Pigment Red 4 allowed in the EU?
Pigment Red 4 EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 3%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Pigment Red 4 do in cosmetics?
Pigment Red 4 functions as: Colorant (chloronitro monoazo pigment). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2814-77-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Pigment Red 4?
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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