Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Halogenated thioindigo pigment with poor safety profile and no established margin of safety; use restricted to non-cosmetic applications.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pigment Red 88 safe in cosmetics?
Halogenated thioindigo pigment with poor safety profile and no established margin of safety; use restricted to non-cosmetic applications. The EU classifies Pigment Red 88 as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Pigment Red 88 allowed in the EU?
Pigment Red 88 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Pigment Red 88 do in cosmetics?
Pigment Red 88 functions as: Colorant (halogenated thioindigo pigment). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 14295-43-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Pigment Red 88?
not established 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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