COCHINEAL
COCHINEAL is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Colorant. Also known as CAS 1343-78-8. It is regulated in 9 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Brazil.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 1260-17-9, 1343-78-8, 1390-65-4
- Color Index
- CI 75470
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Carmines
- CAS
- 1260-17-9; 1343-78-8; -
- Conditions of use
- Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E 120)
- Color Index
- CI 75470
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex IV
- Chemical name
- Carmines
- Other conditions
- Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E 120)
- Color Index
- 75470
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex IV
Americas1 regulation
- Product type
- products_in_general
- Conditions of use
- Application fields: products_in_general
- Color Index
- CI 75470
Source: ANVISA RDC 628
East Asia & OceaniaNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for COCHINEAL in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Australia.
ASEANNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for COCHINEAL in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.
GCC12 regulations
- Chemical name
- Carmine (Cochineal) (COCHINEAL)
- CAS
- 1390-65-4
- Conditions of use
- Some Halal certifiers consider insect-derived ingredients impermissible. Verify with specific GCC country requirements.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 + Halal Requirements
- Chemical name
- Carmines
- CAS
- 1260-17-9; 1343-78-8; -
- Conditions of use
- Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E 120)
- Color Index
- CI 75470
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)
- Chemical name
- Carmine (Cochineal) (COCHINEAL)
- CAS
- 1390-65-4
- Conditions of use
- Some Halal certifiers consider insect-derived ingredients impermissible. Verify with specific GCC country requirements.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 + Halal Requirements
- Chemical name
- Carmines
- CAS
- 1260-17-9; 1343-78-8; -
- Conditions of use
- Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E 120)
- Color Index
- CI 75470
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)
- Chemical name
- Carmine (Cochineal) (COCHINEAL)
- CAS
- 1390-65-4
- Conditions of use
- Some Halal certifiers consider insect-derived ingredients impermissible. Verify with specific GCC country requirements.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 + Halal Requirements
- Chemical name
- Carmines
- CAS
- 1260-17-9; 1343-78-8; -
- Conditions of use
- Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E 120)
- Color Index
- CI 75470
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)
- Chemical name
- Carmine (Cochineal) (COCHINEAL)
- CAS
- 1390-65-4
- Conditions of use
- Some Halal certifiers consider insect-derived ingredients impermissible. Verify with specific GCC country requirements.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 + Halal Requirements
- Chemical name
- Carmines
- CAS
- 1260-17-9; 1343-78-8; -
- Conditions of use
- Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E 120)
- Color Index
- CI 75470
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)
- Chemical name
- Carmine (Cochineal) (COCHINEAL)
- CAS
- 1390-65-4
- Conditions of use
- Some Halal certifiers consider insect-derived ingredients impermissible. Verify with specific GCC country requirements.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 + Halal Requirements
- Chemical name
- Carmines
- CAS
- 1260-17-9; 1343-78-8; -
- Conditions of use
- Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E 120)
- Color Index
- CI 75470
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)
- Chemical name
- Carmine (Cochineal) (COCHINEAL)
- CAS
- 1390-65-4
- Conditions of use
- Some Halal certifiers consider insect-derived ingredients impermissible. Verify with specific GCC country requirements.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 + Halal Requirements
- Chemical name
- Carmines
- CAS
- 1260-17-9; 1343-78-8; -
- Conditions of use
- Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E 120)
- Color Index
- CI 75470
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for COCHINEAL in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is COCHINEAL banned in any country?
COCHINEAL is not banned in any of the 26 markets tracked by Formpli. However, it may be subject to restrictions or conditions of use in some markets.
What are the restrictions on COCHINEAL in cosmetics?
COCHINEAL is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.
Can I use COCHINEAL in cosmetics?
COCHINEAL is regulated in 9 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom. Use Formpli's free screening tool to check your full ingredient list against all 26 markets at once.
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Check Ingredients FreeThis information is for reference only and does not constitute legal or regulatory advice. Regulations change — always verify with official sources and consult a regulatory specialist before exporting cosmetic products. Data sourced from EU COSING, US FDA, Health Canada, MHLW Japan, MFDS Korea, ASEAN ACD, GCC SFDA, TGA Australia, ANVISA Brazil, EAEU TR CU, and Taiwan TFDA.