Is Red 40 Lake (CI 16035) safe in cosmetics?
Red 40 Lake (CI 16035) has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: restricted.
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Colorant
Red 40 Lake (CI 16035)
INCI: RED 40 LAKE
Red 40 Lake (CI 16035) (CAS None) is a cosmetic colorant functioning as semi-permanent (direct) hair dye. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted, max 0.4%. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
semi-permanent (direct) hair dye
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
EU Max Conc.
0.4%
US US Status
restricted
US Notes
CIR: The Cosmetic Ingredient Review panel has not published a standalone safety assessment specifically for CI 16035 / Red 40 Lake.
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
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Regulatory Flags
EU Restricted
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Red 40 Lake (CI 16035) allowed in the EU?
Red 40 Lake (CI 16035) EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.4%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Red 40 Lake (CI 16035) do in cosmetics?
Red 40 Lake (CI 16035) functions as: semi-permanent (direct) hair dye. It is classified as a Colorant in our database. CAS number: None.
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