Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Not approved for cosmetic use in EU or US; insufficient toxicological data for cosmetic safety evaluation; nitro dye class raises potential genotoxicity concerns
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Acid Brown 13 safe in cosmetics?
Not approved for cosmetic use in EU or US; insufficient toxicological data for cosmetic safety evaluation; nitro dye class raises potential genotoxicity concerns The EU classifies Acid Brown 13 as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Acid Brown 13 allowed in the EU?
Acid Brown 13 EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Acid Brown 13 do in cosmetics?
Acid Brown 13 functions as: Colorant (primarily textile/industrial). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 10279-66-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Acid Brown 13?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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