CI 16185ACID RED 27CI 16185ACID RED 27 ALUMINUM LAKE is graded F (Banned) by Expert·ING, based on EU COSING Annex II regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexII.

CI 16185ACID RED 27CI 16185ACID RED 27 ALUMINUM LAKE

Trisodium 3-hydroxy-4-(4'-sulphonatonaphthylazo)naphthalene-2,7-disulphonate (Acid Red 27; CI 16185) when used as a substance in hair dye products

Safety grade: F

This chemical substance is prohibited in EU cosmetic products under COSING Annex II. It has been banned due to safety concerns identified by EU regulatory authorities.

Graded using: EU COSING Annex II.

• EU COSING — Prohibited

Last verified: June 7, 2026