D&C Red 27 Oil Soluble

Develop bold, stable red-to-pink cosmetic shades with D&C Red 27 Oil Soluble Powder (CI 45410:1) — a high-performance, FDA-certified color additive engineered for oil-based systems.

Unlike water-soluble dyes, this oil-soluble form dissolves directly in oils, waxes, and hydrophobic cosmetic bases. It provides excellent dispersion and uniform shade development without separation.

If you’re formulating lipsticks, lip balms, or cream cosmetics, D&C Red 27 delivers:

✔ Strong oil solubility
✔ High tint strength
✔ Uniform dispersion in wax/oil systems
✔ Excellent shade clarity
✔ FDA batch-certified compliance

It produces vibrant pink-to-red tones depending on formulation concentration and base composition.

Regulatory Compliance – FDA Certified Color

D&C Red 27 is:

• Listed under 21 CFR Part 74
• Subject to FDA batch certification
• Permitted in drugs and cosmetics
• Not approved for food use

Each batch must be certified by the FDA before commercial distribution in the United States.

Why Choose Oil-Soluble D&C Red 27?

Oil-soluble dyes are essential when:

• Creating lipsticks
• Producing lip balms
• Developing cream-based cosmetics
• Formulating ointments
• Coloring anhydrous cosmetic systems

Because it dissolves in oils rather than water, it ensures stability and prevents bleeding in hydrophobic bases.

Typical Applications

• Lipsticks
• Lip balms
• Cream blushes
• Oil-based serums
• Ointments
• Topical pharmaceutical preparations

Imagine developing a vivid fuchsia lipstick shade — D&C Red 27 provides consistent color intensity with excellent oil compatibility.

Technical Characteristics

• Oil soluble
• Insoluble in water
• Bright pink/red shade
• Good light stability
• Stable under cosmetic processing temperatures
• Compatible with waxes, silicones, mineral oils, and plant oils

Handling & Storage

• Avoid inhalation of powder dust
• Use gloves and protective eyewear
• Store in sealed moisture-resistant packaging
• Protect from humidity
• Shelf life: 24–36 months

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Category: Cosmetic Colors -> D&C Dyes, Organic Pigments. FDA Certified Colors

Tags: D&C Red 27, CI 45410:1, Oil Soluble Dye, FDA Certified Color, Cosmetic Dye, Lipstick Color, Xanthene Dye, Red Cosmetic Powder

Attributes / Specifications

Product Name: D&C Red 27 Oil Soluble
CI Number: 45410:1
CAS Number: 13473-26-2
Chemical Class: Xanthene Dye
Form: Fine Powder
Color: Bright Pink/Red
Solubility: Oil soluble
Water Solubility: Insoluble
Grade: FDA Certified (Batch Certification Required)
Intended Use: Drugs & Cosmetics
Food Use: Not approved
Shelf Life: 24–36 months
Packaging: Sealed moisture-resistant container

FAQs

Q: Is D&C Red 27 FDA approved?
A: Yes. It is listed under 21 CFR Part 74 and requires FDA batch certification for drugs and cosmetics.

Q: Is D&C Red 27 water soluble?
A: No. This version is oil soluble and insoluble in water.

Q: Can it be used in food?
A: No. D&C Red 27 is not approved for food use in the United States.

Q: What products typically use this dye?
A: It is widely used in lipsticks, lip balms, and other oil-based cosmetic formulations.

Q: Does each batch require FDA certification?
A: Yes. All FDA-certified color additives must undergo batch certification prior to distribution.

Authoritative references consulted:

1. U.S. Electronic Code of Federal Regulations – 21 CFR Part 74
   https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-A/part-74
2. FDA Color Additive Status List
   https://www.fda.gov/industry/color-additives/color-additives-status-list
3. PubChem – Chemical Identity Reference
   https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/D-C-Red-No.-27
4. FDA Cosmetic Color Additive Guidance
   https://www.fda.gov/cosmetics

Conclusion: D&C Red 27 (CI 45410:1) is an FDA-certified oil-soluble cosmetic dye, permitted in drugs and cosmetics when batch-certified.