CI 19140
CI 19140
Colorant (Annex IV) · INCI: CI 19140
A permitted colorant, but a known reaction risk for some - worth noting.
Why this verdict
Annex IV permitted colorant (CI 19140 (Yellow 5 / Tartrazine)). Permitted but with a recognised reaction/condition → caution.
What It Is
A synthetic organic colour (dye/lake). Known as CI 19140 (Yellow 5 / Tartrazine).
CI 19140 (Yellow 5 / Tartrazine): a permitted EU cosmetic colorant (CI 19140). Many synthetic organic colorants are restricted from the eye-area and/or mucous-membrane (lip) use - confirm the specific CI's Annex IV sub-column. Tartrazine is a recognised trigger for reactions in some people (notably those with asthma or aspirin sensitivity). An azo dye that can trigger reactions in sensitive (esp. asthmatic/aspirin-sensitive) individuals.
Evidence & Status
IARC Carcinogen Group
Not classified
EU Status
Annex IV permitted colorant (CI 19140). Use-area: Many synthetic organic colorants are restricted from the eye-area and/or mucous-membrane (lip) use - confirm the specific CI's Annex IV sub-column. Tartrazine is a recognised trigger for reactions in some people (notably those with asthma or aspirin sensitivity).
US · FDA Status
Colour additive (status/use-area varies)
Cosmetic Safety
EU concentration limit
Annex IV permitted colorant (CI 19140). Field-of-application: Many synthetic organic colorants are restricted from the eye-area and/or mucous-membrane (lip) use - confirm the specific CI's Annex IV sub-column. Tartrazine is a recognised trigger for reactions in some people (notably those with asthma or aspirin sensitivity). An azo dye that can trigger reactions in sensitive (esp. asthmatic/aspirin-sensitive) individuals.
EU Annex status
Annex IV (colorant)
Function
colorant
Halal Status: Halal
Synthetic/mineral; halal/vegan.
Worth Knowing
Also Known As
CI 19140 (Yellow 5 / Tartrazine)
Primary Source
Evidence, not medical advice. You decide.
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