Is Anthocyanins safe in cosmetics?
Anthocyanins has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Anthocyanins
INCI: ANTHOCYANINS
Anthocyanins (CAS Not assigned to the group; individual anthocyanins have specific CAS (e.g., Cyanidin chloride: 528-58-5)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Colorant. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not assigned to the group; individual anthocyanins have specific CAS (e.g., Cyanidin chloride: 528-58-5)
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Function
Colorant
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Exempt color additive when derived from fruit/vegetable juice (21 CFR 73.250); otherwise requires listing
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Anthocyanins.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Anthocyanins.
Regulatory Flags
colorant
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Anthocyanins allowed in the EU?
Anthocyanins EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Anthocyanins do in cosmetics?
Anthocyanins functions as: Colorant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned to the group; individual anthocyanins have specific CAS (e.g., Cyanidin chloride: 528-58-5).
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