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CI 15985

CAS Number 2783-94-0
Chem/IUPAC Name: Disodium;6-hydroxy-5-[(4-sulfonatophenyl)diazenyl]naphthalene-2-sulfonate
EINECS/ELINCS No: 220-491-7
COSING REF No: 32724
CI 15985
CI 15985 or yellow number 6 is an orange azo dye used as a cosmetic colorant. It is an FDA-approved, powdered dye commonly used in makeup, sun care, and skin care products.

What is CI 15985 used for?

CI 15985 is a highly concentrated organic orange color pigment used in makeup products like lipstick, nail polish, and face powder. It is usually used in water-based cosmetic recipes for enhancing color of the cosmetic formula however, it should be avoided in formulations that may stick to the skin. It has been recommended to be used at a concentration of 0.1-3% based on desired color intensity, and upto 3% in lipsticks.

Origin

CI 15985 is manufactured by diazotizing 4-aminobenzenesulphonic acid using hydrochloric acid and sodium nitrite or sulphuric acid and sodium nitrite. The diazo compound is coupled with 6-hydroxy-2-naphthalene-sulphonic acid. The dye is isolated as the sodium salt and dried.

What does CI 15985 do in a formulation?

  • Cosmetic colorant

Safety profile

CI 15985 or Sunset yellow FCF in the US is approved for use in coloring food, drugs, and cosmetics with an acceptable daily intake of 3.75 mg/kg. It is considered safe in cosmetics when used in the recommended concentrations.

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Technical profile

Property Values
Melting Point 300°C
Solubility Soluble in water, glycerol, propylene glycol
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