INCI name

CI 12085

CI 12085 (Pigment Red 4)

Colorantreviewed

A red azo pigment regulated in Annex IV.

What it is

CI 12085 is the Colour Index number of a red colorant of the monoazo class (1-[(2-chloro-4-nitrophenyl)azo]-2-naphthol). CosIng lists it as a colorant. In the EU it is listed in Annex IV (colorants).

Where it is used

Found in lipsticks, lip glosses, nail polishes and other coloured makeup.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

See the EU regulation section for the applicable limits and conditions. Colorants are named by CI number and may appear in any order.

Functions

Colorant
Exclusively or mainly intended to colour the cosmetic product, the body as a whole or certain parts thereof, by absorption or reflection of visible light; (precursors of oxidative hair colorants shall be deemed colorants). All authorised colorants are substances in the positive list of Annex IV to the Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009.

EU regulation

EU · Annex IV, entry 91-[(2-Chloro-4-nitrophenyl)azo]-2-naphthol and its insoluble barium, strontium and zirconium lakes, salts and pigments
As of
3 November 2026 · (EC) 2009/1223
EU · Annex II, entry 13451-[(2-Chloro-4-nitrophenyl)azo]-2-naphthol (Pigment Red 4; CI 12085) and its salts when used as a substance in hair dye products
As of
3 November 2026 · (EC) 2013/344

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