Basic Blue 6

INCI: BASIC BLUE 6

CAS Number
605-70-9
Function
Hair colorant (oxazine dye)
Safety Rating
POOR

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status prohibited
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not an FDA-approved color additive; coal tar hair dye exemption may apply with required labeling

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Complete absence of toxicological data with no CIR or SCCS review; cannot be used in compliant products without a comprehensive safety dossier.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

colorant

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Basic Blue 6 safe in cosmetics?

Complete absence of toxicological data with no CIR or SCCS review; cannot be used in compliant products without a comprehensive safety dossier. The EU classifies Basic Blue 6 as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.

Is Basic Blue 6 allowed in the EU?

Basic Blue 6 EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Basic Blue 6 do in cosmetics?

Basic Blue 6 functions as: Hair colorant (oxazine dye). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 605-70-9.

What is the Margin of Safety for Basic Blue 6?

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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