CI 20170

CAS Number
3468-63-1 (parent azo dye)
Function
Colorant (orange azo dye)
Safety Rating
POOR

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status prohibited
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status prohibited
US Notes Not FDA-listed for cosmetics use

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Releases carcinogenic aromatic amines (o-anisidine, 2,4-/2,6-xylidine); banned in EU and not FDA-approved for cosmetics.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

colorant

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CI 20170 safe in cosmetics?

Releases carcinogenic aromatic amines (o-anisidine, 2,4-/2,6-xylidine); banned in EU and not FDA-approved for cosmetics. The EU classifies CI 20170 as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.

Is CI 20170 allowed in the EU?

CI 20170 EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does CI 20170 do in cosmetics?

CI 20170 functions as: Colorant (orange azo dye). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 3468-63-1 (parent azo dye).

What is the Margin of Safety for CI 20170?

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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