Pigment Red 57:1

INCI: CI 15850:1

CAS Number
5281-04-9
Function
Colorant (calcium salt lake of CI 15850); workhorse red pigment in color cosmetics
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes D&C Red No. 7 โ€” general use including lipstick + external use; not for eye area

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Same purity criteria as PR 57. Most widely used and best-characterized of all 10 ingredients listed here.

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Concern Level: None

Regulatory Flags

colorant

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pigment Red 57:1 safe in cosmetics?

Same purity criteria as PR 57. Most widely used and best-characterized of all 10 ingredients listed here. The EU classifies Pigment Red 57:1 as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Pigment Red 57:1 allowed in the EU?

Pigment Red 57:1 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Pigment Red 57:1 do in cosmetics?

Pigment Red 57:1 functions as: Colorant (calcium salt lake of CI 15850); workhorse red pigment in color cosmetics. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 5281-04-9.

What is the Margin of Safety for Pigment Red 57:1?

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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