Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Rhodamine B is prohibited in the EU for hair dyes and delisted by the FDA due to genotoxicity and potential carcinogenicity concerns; also banned in Canada.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Basic Violet 10 safe in cosmetics?
Rhodamine B is prohibited in the EU for hair dyes and delisted by the FDA due to genotoxicity and potential carcinogenicity concerns; also banned in Canada. The EU classifies Basic Violet 10 as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Basic Violet 10 allowed in the EU?
Basic Violet 10 EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Basic Violet 10 do in cosmetics?
Basic Violet 10 functions as: Hair dyeing; fluorescent dye. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 81-88-9 (also 509-34-2 for the :1 salt form).
What is the Margin of Safety for Basic Violet 10?
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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