Pigment Red 53
A cosmetic ingredient used as colorant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
sodium 2-chloro-5-[(2-hydroxy-1-naphthyl)azo]toluene-4-sulphonate]
What does it do?
Pigment Red 53 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
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Pigment Red 53 is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 401), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Pigment Red 53?
Pigment Red 53 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. sodium 2-chloro-5-[(2-hydroxy-1-naphthyl)azo]toluene-4-sulphonate]
Is Pigment Red 53 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Pigment Red 53 is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Pigment Red 53 do in cosmetic products?
Pigment Red 53 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: colorant.
What is the CAS number of Pigment Red 53?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Pigment Red 53 is 2092-56-0.
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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: 15/11/2016