Acid Green 1

INCI: ACID GREEN 1

CAS Number
19381-50-1
Function
Colorant
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status prohibited
US Notes DELISTED - Ext. D&C Green No. 1, formerly subject to certification; no longer permitted for any use

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Prohibited in the US as a delisted colorant; permitted in the EU for cosmetic use with restrictions on mucous membrane contact.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

colorant eu_banned_cosmetics epa_safer_alternative eu_cosing_listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Acid Green 1 safe in cosmetics?

Prohibited in the US as a delisted colorant; permitted in the EU for cosmetic use with restrictions on mucous membrane contact. The EU classifies Acid Green 1 as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Acid Green 1 allowed in the EU?

Acid Green 1 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Acid Green 1 do in cosmetics?

Acid Green 1 functions as: Colorant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 19381-50-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for Acid Green 1?

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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