CI 27755 is graded F (Banned) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexII.
CI 27755
Safety grade: F
This colorant is approved for use in EU cosmetics under EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, subject to standard purity criteria.
This ingredient adds vibrant red and pink colors to cosmetic products while meeting strict safety standards for use on skin.
Graded using: COSING.
- EU COSING — Prohibited
- EU COSING — Permitted
Last verified: June 9, 2026
Safer alternatives to CI 27755
- CI 17200 — Grade C. Red azo dye, same Amaranth color as CI 27755, superior safety grade.
Other Prohibited Chemical ingredients
- BUTYLPHENYL METHYLPROPIONAL — Grade F**
- ZINC PYRITHIONE — Grade F**
- HYDROXYISOHEXYL 3-CYCLOHEXENE CARBOXALDEHYDE — Grade F
- CI 73360 — Grade F
- PENTASODIUM PENTETATE — Grade F**
- 4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR — Grade F