Hc Red No. 8

Hc Red No. 8 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a hair dyeing agent. It is used in 2 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameHC RED NO. 8
FunctionHAIR DYEING
CAS number13556-29-1 / 97404-14-3 / 41959-35-7
EC number- / 306-778-0 / -
Prevalence2 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Lip Moisturizers 50%Shampoos 50%

Frequently asked

What does Hc Red No. 8 do in skincare?
Hc Red No. 8 functions as a hair dyeing agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Hc Red No. 8 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 Red No. 8?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially lip moisturizers (50% of its uses).

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