Hc Orange No. 5

Hc Orange No. 5 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a hair dyeing agent. It is used in 3 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameHC ORANGE NO. 5
FunctionHAIR DYEING
CAS number97404-13-2
EC number306-777-5
Prevalence3 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Day Moisturizers 33.3%Face Cleansers 33.3%Hair Masks 33.3%

Frequently asked

What does Hc Orange No. 5 do in skincare?
Hc Orange No. 5 functions as a hair dyeing agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Hc Orange No. 5 allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Hc Orange No. 5?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially day moisturizers (33.3% of its uses).

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