Is Acid Brown 13 safe in cosmetics?
Acid Brown 13 has a safety rating of "POOR" in our database. EU status: prohibited. US status: prohibited.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Acid Brown 13
INCI: ACID BROWN 13
Acid Brown 13 (CAS 10279-66-4) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Colorant (primarily textile/industrial). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: prohibited. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Colorant (primarily textile/industrial)
Safety Rating
POOR
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
prohibited
US US Status
prohibited
US Notes
Not FDA-approved for cosmetic use; no listing in 21 CFR color additive regulations
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Acid Brown 13.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Acid Brown 13.
Regulatory Flags
colorant
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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