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Expert Verdict
Prohibited for hair dye use under EU Annex II; permitted as colorant in other cosmetic applications and in the US as D&C Yellow No. 8.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Acid Yellow 73 Sodium Salt safe in cosmetics?
Prohibited for hair dye use under EU Annex II; permitted as colorant in other cosmetic applications and in the US as D&C Yellow No. 8. The EU classifies Acid Yellow 73 Sodium Salt as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Acid Yellow 73 Sodium Salt allowed in the EU?
Acid Yellow 73 Sodium Salt EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Acid Yellow 73 Sodium Salt do in cosmetics?
Acid Yellow 73 Sodium Salt functions as: Colorant / Hair dye. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 518-47-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Acid Yellow 73 Sodium Salt?
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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