Carmine

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CAS number: 1390-65-4
IFRA Standard status: Not recorded

Last updated · 25-05-2026Record completeness45%

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Description
Reported natural sources
Additional information
CAS number
Linked YUMA products
IFRA Standard status

Description

CI 75470, widely known as Carmine, is a natural colorant that imparts a vibrant, bright strawberry red shade to cosmetic products. It stands out as the only organic pink or red pigment approved for use in the sensitive eye area in the US, highlighting its unique status. Sourced from the Coccus cacti insect, Carmine is valued for its color intensity and ability to create rich, vivid hues. Its use adds distinct aesthetic value, particularly in makeup formulations seeking a strong and stable red result.

Reported natural sources

Coccus cacti

Additional information

Imparts a bright strawberry red shade to cosmetics.
The only organic pink or red pigment permitted for use around the eye area in the US.
Sourced from the Coccus cacti insect as a natural source of intense red color.

CAS number

1390-65-4

Linked YUMA products

No YUMA products are linked to this ingredient

IFRA Standard status

The IFRA Standards form an industry self-regulatory system. They may prohibit or restrict the use of particular fragrance ingredients, or set specifications, according to end use. The status below reflects the IFRA data recorded for this ingredient. It is not a product certification and does not replace applicable law or assessment of the finished product.

Not recorded