Ferric Tetracarboxyphthalocyanine
INCI: FERRIC TETRACARBOXYPHTHALOCYANINE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Extremely limited cosmetic safety data; no CIR or SCCS review; novel iron-phthalocyanine complex requires toxicological dossier before use at significant concentrations. Ferric (Fe3+) vs ferrous (Fe2+) form must be confirmed for CAS accuracy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ferric Tetracarboxyphthalocyanine safe in cosmetics?
Extremely limited cosmetic safety data; no CIR or SCCS review; novel iron-phthalocyanine complex requires toxicological dossier before use at significant concentrations. Ferric (Fe3+) vs ferrous (Fe2+) form must be confirmed for CAS accuracy. The EU classifies Ferric Tetracarboxyphthalocyanine as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ferric Tetracarboxyphthalocyanine allowed in the EU?
Ferric Tetracarboxyphthalocyanine EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ferric Tetracarboxyphthalocyanine do in cosmetics?
Ferric Tetracarboxyphthalocyanine functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 71667-29-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ferric Tetracarboxyphthalocyanine?
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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