Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Basic Green 1 is prohibited in the EU and not approved as a color additive in the US, with poor safety profile and no established margin of safety.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Basic Green 1 safe in cosmetics?
Basic Green 1 is prohibited in the EU and not approved as a color additive in the US, with poor safety profile and no established margin of safety. The EU classifies Basic Green 1 as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Basic Green 1 allowed in the EU?
Basic Green 1 EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Basic Green 1 do in cosmetics?
Basic Green 1 functions as: Hair colorant (triarylmethane dye); historically used as antiseptic. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 633-03-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Basic 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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