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INCI name

CI 75470

Carmine (CI 75470)

ColorantFragrancereviewed

A red colorant obtained from cochineal insects, regulated in Annex IV.

What it is

CI 75470 is the Colour Index number of carmine, an anthraquinone colour based on carminic acid, which is obtained from cochineal insects. CosIng lists it as a colorant and fragrance ingredient. In the EU it is listed in Annex IV (colorants), with purity criteria that refer to the food additive E 120.

Where it is used

Found in lipsticks, lip glosses, blushes, eyeshadows and other 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 conditions. Carmine is of animal origin.

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.
Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.

EU regulation

EU · Annex IV, entry 115Carmines
Conditions and warnings
Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E 120)
As of
3 November 2026 · (EC) 2009/1223

Products with this ingredient (74)

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