CI 12480

CAS Number
3468-63-1
Function
Colorant (brown); azo pigment
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status restricted
US Notes Not FDA-listed for cosmetic use

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Azo pigment with dinitro group presenting potential genotoxicity concern if cleaved; not FDA-approved for cosmetic use.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

colorant prop65 eu_banned_cosmetics eu_cosing_listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CI 12480 safe in cosmetics?

Azo pigment with dinitro group presenting potential genotoxicity concern if cleaved; not FDA-approved for cosmetic use. The EU classifies CI 12480 as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is CI 12480 allowed in the EU?

CI 12480 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does CI 12480 do in cosmetics?

CI 12480 functions as: Colorant (brown); azo pigment. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 3468-63-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for CI 12480?

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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