Pigment Red 112
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair dyeing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
3-Hydroxy-N-(o-tolyl)-4-[(2,4,5-trichlorophenyl)azo]naphthalene-2-carboxamide (CI 12370)
What does it do?
Pigment Red 112 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair dyeing
colours hair, either by depositing pigment on the surface or by chemically altering the hair's natural pigment
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Pigment Red 112 is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1346), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Classification: (Pigment Red 112; CI 12370: and its salts when used as a substance in hair dye products)
Frequently asked questions
What is Pigment Red 112?
Pigment Red 112 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 3-Hydroxy-N-(o-tolyl)-4-[(2,4,5-trichlorophenyl)azo]naphthalene-2-carboxamide (CI 12370)
Is Pigment Red 112 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Pigment Red 112 is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Pigment Red 112 do in cosmetic products?
Pigment Red 112 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair dyeing.
What is the CAS number of Pigment Red 112?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Pigment Red 112 is 6535-46-2.
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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: 13/08/2020