Red 27 (CI 45410)

RED

6/10

Concern level

Moderate concern

Synthetic certified colorant used to provide red/pink coloration in cosmetics; FDA lists D&C Red No. 27 as permanently listed and batch-certified for drugs and cosmetics, and cosmetics info notes the EU labeling name CI 45410. ([hfpappexternal.fda.gov](https://www.hfpappexternal.fda.gov/scripts/fdcc/index.cfm?id=DCRed27&set=ColorAdditives&utm_source=openai))

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Concerns

Allergen

Chemical Properties

Molecular Weight

691.85 g/mol

Typical Concentration

0.00% - 1.00%

CAS Number: 13473-26-2

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin7/10

oily skin7/10

sensitive skin4/10

acne prone9/10

mature skin7/10

normal skin8/10

Interactions

incompatible with: No specific ingredient interactions are well established; regulatory restrictions matter more than formulation chemistry for this colorant. ([hfpappexternal.fda.gov](https://www.hfpappexternal.fda.gov/scripts/fdcc/index.cfm?id=DCRed27&set=ColorAdditives&utm_source=openai))

Risks & Warnings

Can cause irritation or allergy in sensitive individuals; as a certified color additive, it is subject to FDA use restrictions and batch certification. It is not permitted in the eye area unless specifically allowed by the color additive listing. ([hfpappexternal.fda.gov](https://www.hfpappexternal.fda.gov/scripts/fdcc/index.cfm?id=DCRed27&set=ColorAdditives&utm_source=openai))

Vegan Cruelty-Free