Safety Flags
Safety Notes
Shoppers should know that caramel is a natural-origin colorant generally considered safe for cosmetic use, including in products applied to the eye area.
Function & Common Use
Function
Colorant
Category
Colorant
Common In
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Origin
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Caramel safe to use in skincare?
Caramel has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Shoppers should know that caramel is a natural-origin colorant generally considered safe for cosmetic use, including in products applied to the eye area.
Is Caramel allowed in India?
Caramel is currently classified as "not specified" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Caramel used for in cosmetics?
Caramel functions as: Colorant. It is commonly found in: various cosmetic formulations.
TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.
Regulatory Status
India (CDSCO)
Not specified
EU
Not specified
US FDA
Not specified
Korea (MFDS)
Not specified
Identifiers
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