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Red 21

Rating: Good
Categories: Coloring Agent/Pigment

Red 21 at a Glance

  • Synthetic pigment
  • Ruled safe as used in cosmetics and food products
  • Also known as D&C Red No. 21

Red 21 Description

Red 21 is a synthetic pigment used to add color to makeup, skin care and food products. The United States Food and Drug Administration has ruled it safe as it is used in these applications.

It is also known as D&C Red No. 21, with the “D&C” designation meaning it is approved for use in drugs and cosmetics.
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Red 21 References

https://www.fda.gov/industry/color-additive-inventories/color-additive-status-list
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