Colorant

Anthocyanins

INCI: ANTHOCYANINS
CAS Not assigned to the group; individual anthocyanins have specific CAS (e.g., Cyanidin chloride: 528-58-5)
Anthocyanins is a substance obtained by the physical processing of edible fruits or vegetables. Enocyanin. Grape skin extract; Anthocyanins, grape
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details

Description

Anthocyanins is a substance obtained by the physical processing of edible fruits or vegetables. Enocyanin. Grape skin extract; Anthocyanins, grape

Purpose

Function

Colorant
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Permitted
Safety
EXCELLENT
US
Permitted
Absorptionlow
Sensitizationnone
MoSnot established
NOAEL225 mg/kg
ConcernLow
Flags
colorantjecfa_concern
Verdict

pH-dependent stability and color shifts in formulations; no toxicological concerns at cosmetic-use concentrations.

US Note

Exempt color additive when derived from fruit/vegetable juice (21 CFR 73.250); otherwise requires listing

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
Not assigned to the group; individual anthocyanins have specific CAS (e.g., Cyanidin chloride: 528-58-5)
INCI
ANTHOCYANINS
Category
Colorant
Updated
Apr 2, 2026