Good Colorant

Red 6 Lake (CI 15850)

INCI: RED 6 LAKE

CAS Number
5858-81-1
Function
Colorant
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
EU Max Conc. 0.4%
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Deferred evaluation - safety assessed by FDA.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Red 6 Lake (CI 15850) is generally considered safe for use as a cosmetic colorant.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

eu_cosing_listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Red 6 Lake (CI 15850) safe in cosmetics?

Red 6 Lake (CI 15850) is generally considered safe for use as a cosmetic colorant. The EU classifies Red 6 Lake (CI 15850) as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Red 6 Lake (CI 15850) allowed in the EU?

Red 6 Lake (CI 15850) EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.4%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Red 6 Lake (CI 15850) do in cosmetics?

Red 6 Lake (CI 15850) functions as: Colorant. It is classified as a Colorant in our database. CAS number: 5858-81-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for Red 6 Lake (CI 15850)?

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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