Allowed in EU

Basic Red 1:1

A cosmetic ingredient used as hair dyeing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Xanthylium, 3,6-bis(ethylamino)-9-(2-(methoxycarbonyl)phenyl)-2,7-dimethyl-, chloride (1:1); (CI 45161)

What does it do?

Basic Red 1:1 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Hair dyeing

    colours hair, either by depositing pigment on the surface or by chemically altering the hair's natural pigment

EU regulatory status

Basic Red 1:1 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Basic Red 1:1?

Basic Red 1:1 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Xanthylium, 3,6-bis(ethylamino)-9-(2-(methoxycarbonyl)phenyl)-2,7-dimethyl-, chloride (1:1); (CI 45161)

Is Basic Red 1:1 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Basic Red 1:1 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Basic Red 1:1 do in cosmetic products?

Basic Red 1:1 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair dyeing.

What is the CAS number of Basic Red 1:1?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Basic Red 1:1 is 3068-39-1.

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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: 15/10/2010