CI 19140 or Tartrazine is a very common colorant used in variety of cosmetic products. It is used globally for imparting the color yellow (lemon shade). It has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) for use in cosmetics but is regulated.
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Plascize L-53 UMBER EU
by DKSH
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DupleColor Jade Green
by Jointcolor Group
What is CI 19140 used for?
CI 19140 is used as a colorant imparting lemon yellow hue to cosmetic products such as eye shadows, perfumes, facial powders. For hair, it is used as a coloring agent ('direct dye') at a maximum concentration of 0.5% in the finished cosmetic product.
Origin
Cl 19140 is a synthetic (monoazo) dye made from coal tar. It is commercially available as a sodium salt or the water-insoluble aluminium lake.
What does CI 19140 do in a formulation?
COSMETIC COLORANT
Safety Profile
Tartrazine appears to cause the most allergic and intolerance reactions of all the azo dyes, particularly among asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance. It has a moderate hazard rating from EWG (typically 4-6) due to the potential for allergic reactions, especially in aspirin-sensitive or tartrazine-sensitive individuals. Rare links to hyperactivity have also been reported, mostly from food-related studies. It is well-tolerated in rinse-off products with low skin penetration. Labeling is required in the EU for the 26 allergens when present above thresholds. It may have potential allergenicity but is not likely to be mutagenic or carcinogenic in humans.
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CI 19140 technical profile
| Property | Values |
| Boiling Point | 870°C |
| Melting Point | 349.8°C |
| Solubility | Soluble in water and glycerol |
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Hair Care: Traditional Shampoo - LAMCOS 244 by Lamberti
by Lamberti
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