CI 14720 is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data.
CI 14720
Red 4
Safety grade: A
This colorant is permitted in EU cosmetics but restricted to certain product types or conditions of use under EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. To be sold legally in the EU or UK, a product must meet these conditions.
This ingredient is used to impart red color to cosmetic products like lipsticks, nail polishes, and other color cosmetics for visual appeal and product identification.
Graded using: COSING.
- EU COSING — Permitted
Last verified: June 9, 2026