CI 45190 is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data.

CI 45190

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 as a colorant to give cosmetic products their desired red or pink hue.

Graded using: COSING.

EU COSING — Permitted

Last verified: June 9, 2026

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