Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Bromocresol Green is prohibited in both EU and US for cosmetic colorant use. Contains four bromine atoms raising halogen toxicity concerns. MoS not established. Verify functional claim carefully for CPSR.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bromocresol Green safe in cosmetics?
Bromocresol Green is prohibited in both EU and US for cosmetic colorant use. Contains four bromine atoms raising halogen toxicity concerns. MoS not established. Verify functional claim carefully for CPSR. The EU classifies Bromocresol Green as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Bromocresol Green allowed in the EU?
Bromocresol Green EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Bromocresol Green do in cosmetics?
Bromocresol Green functions as: Hair colorant, pH indicator. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 76-60-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Bromocresol Green?
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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