Solvent Red 72
A cosmetic ingredient used as colorant, hair dyeing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
4',5'-Dibromo-3',6'-dihydroxyspiro[isobenzofuran-1(3H),9'-[9H]xanthene]-3-one (CI 45370)
What does it do?
Solvent Red 72 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Colorant
imparts colour to a cosmetic product
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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.
Solvent Red 72 is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1333), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Classification: (when used as a substance in hair dye products)
Frequently asked questions
What is Solvent Red 72?
Solvent Red 72 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 4',5'-Dibromo-3',6'-dihydroxyspiro[isobenzofuran-1(3H),9'-[9H]xanthene]-3-one (CI 45370)
Is Solvent Red 72 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Solvent Red 72 is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Solvent Red 72 do in cosmetic products?
Solvent Red 72 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: colorant, hair dyeing.
What is the CAS number of Solvent Red 72?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Solvent Red 72 is 596-03-2 / 4372-02-5.
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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: 12/08/2020