Hc Red No. 19
A cosmetic ingredient used as colorant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-Amino-5-methylindoaniline, 2,5-Cyclohexadien-1-one, 5-amino-4-[(4-aminophenyl)imino]-2-methyl-
What does it do?
Hc Red No. 19 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
Hc Red No. 19 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 Hc Red No. 19?
Hc Red No. 19 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Amino-5-methylindoaniline, 2,5-Cyclohexadien-1-one, 5-amino-4-[(4-aminophenyl)imino]-2-methyl-
Is Hc Red No. 19 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hc Red No. 19 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hc Red No. 19 do in cosmetic products?
Hc Red No. 19 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: colorant.
What is the CAS number of Hc Red No. 19?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hc Red No. 19 is 30749-88-3.
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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: 25/04/2019