Acid Red 14
A cosmetic ingredient used as colorant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Acid Red 14 is classed chemically as a monoazo color. It conforms to the formula. To identify the colorant allowed for use in the European Union (EU), the INCI Name CI 14720 must be used, except for hair dye products.
What does it do?
Acid Red 14 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Colorant
imparts colour to a cosmetic product
EU regulatory status
Acid Red 14 is listed in Annex IV of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 as a substance permitted for the corresponding category of use.
Frequently asked questions
What is Acid Red 14?
Acid Red 14 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acid Red 14 is classed chemically as a monoazo color. It conforms to the formula. To identify the colorant allowed for use in the European Union (EU), the INCI Name CI 14720 must be used, except for hair dye products.
Is Acid Red 14 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acid Red 14 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acid Red 14 do in cosmetic products?
Acid Red 14 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: colorant.
What is the CAS number of Acid Red 14?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Acid Red 14 is 3567-69-9.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 22/08/2024