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Expert Verdict
Genotoxic and carcinogenic classified as a potential human carcinogen; banned in Canada and EU for hair dyes; mutagenic in multiple assay systems; structurally related to other banned triphenylmethane colorants; veterinary use restricted in food-producing animals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Basic Violet 3 safe in cosmetics?
Genotoxic and carcinogenic classified as a potential human carcinogen; banned in Canada and EU for hair dyes; mutagenic in multiple assay systems; structurally related to other banned triphenylmethane colorants; veterinary use restricted in food-producing animals. The EU classifies Basic Violet 3 as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Basic Violet 3 allowed in the EU?
Basic Violet 3 EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Basic Violet 3 do in cosmetics?
Basic Violet 3 functions as: Hair dyeing; antimicrobial; histological stain. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 548-62-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Basic Violet 3?
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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