Carmine (CI 75470)

Synthetic
Colorant
Not Clean
Origin-Derived
Carmine (CI 75470) is a cosmetic ingredient.
Formula
C22H20O13
Mol. Weight
492.4
CAS #
1390-65-4
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Cosmetic Colorant
Gives the product its color. Purely aesthetic — makes the formula look good in the jar but does nothing for your skin.
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Provides red pigmentation
Adds color to cosmetics
Delivers bright red hue
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR