Direct Red 81
Used in cosmetic products as hair dyeing. Disodium 7-benzamido-4-hydroxy-3-[[4-[(4-sulphonatophenyl)azo]phenyl]azo]naphthalene-2-sulphonate (CI 28160)
- Prohibited in EU cosmetics, Annex II/1267
- Prohibited in EU cosmetics, Annex II/1270
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IUPAC name: disodium, 7-benzamido-4-hydroxy-3-[[4-[(4-sulfonatophenyl)diazenyl]phenyl]diazenyl]naphthalene-2-sulfonate
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Direct Red 81 suppliers
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HNP DYE CHEM is one of the dyes manufacturer & merchant exporters in INDIA.
KemColour International is the sister concern of Kohinoor Group of Industries.
Frequently asked questions
What is Direct Red 81 used for in cosmetics?
Direct Red 81 is used in cosmetic products as hair dyeing. Disodium 7-benzamido-4-hydroxy-3-[[4-[(4-sulphonatophenyl)azo]phenyl]azo]naphthalene-2-sulphonate (CI 28160)
Is Direct Red 81 restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
Direct Red 81 is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex II/1267 (prohibited in eu cosmetics), Annex II/1270 (prohibited in eu cosmetics). Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.
What is the CAS number of Direct Red 81?
Direct Red 81 is listed with CAS number 2610-11-9 and EC number 220-028-9.
Where can I buy Direct Red 81?
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