Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Explicitly banned for hair dye use in the EU as one of 181 prohibited substances; structurally related to other banned anthraquinone dyes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Disperse Violet 4 safe in cosmetics?
Explicitly banned for hair dye use in the EU as one of 181 prohibited substances; structurally related to other banned anthraquinone dyes. The EU classifies Disperse Violet 4 as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Disperse Violet 4 allowed in the EU?
Disperse Violet 4 EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Disperse Violet 4 do in cosmetics?
Disperse Violet 4 functions as: Hair dyeing (anthraquinone dye). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1220-94-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Disperse Violet 4?
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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