Is Pigment Red 83 safe in cosmetics?
Pigment Red 83 has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: prohibited.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Pigment Red 83
INCI: CI 58000:1
Pigment Red 83 (CAS 72-48-0 (alizarin base, 1,2-dihydroxyanthraquinone)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Colorant (anthraquinone aluminum lake). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
72-48-0 (alizarin base, 1,2-dihydroxyanthraquinone)
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Function
Colorant (anthraquinone aluminum lake)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
prohibited
US Notes
NOT listed as FDA-permitted color additive for cosmetics
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Pigment Red 83.
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Expert Verdict
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Regulatory Flags
colorant
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pigment Red 83 allowed in the EU?
Pigment Red 83 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Pigment Red 83 do in cosmetics?
Pigment Red 83 functions as: Colorant (anthraquinone aluminum lake). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 72-48-0 (alizarin base, 1,2-dihydroxyanthraquinone).
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