Is CI 42520 safe in cosmetics?
CI 42520 has a safety rating of "POOR" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: prohibited.
Poor
Cosmetic Ingredient
CI 42520
CI 42520 (CAS 8004-87-3 (mixture); 603-47-4 (HCl salt)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Colorant (violet triphenylmethane dye). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted, max 0.005%. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Colorant (violet triphenylmethane dye)
Safety Rating
POOR
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
EU Max Conc.
0.005%
US US Status
prohibited
US Notes
Not FDA-listed for cosmetics
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for CI 42520.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for CI 42520.
Regulatory Flags
colorant
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CI 42520 allowed in the EU?
CI 42520 EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.005%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does CI 42520 do in cosmetics?
CI 42520 functions as: Colorant (violet triphenylmethane dye). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8004-87-3 (mixture); 603-47-4 (HCl salt).
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