Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Critical data gap: INCI name may not be formally recognized or may be a very recent/obscure entry. Do not confuse with Pigment Violet 3 (CI 42535) or Ext. Violet 2 (CI 60725). Cannot be used in formulation without verified CAS, regulatory status, and toxicological dossier.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HC Violet No. 3 safe in cosmetics?
Critical data gap: INCI name may not be formally recognized or may be a very recent/obscure entry. Do not confuse with Pigment Violet 3 (CI 42535) or Ext. Violet 2 (CI 60725). Cannot be used in formulation without verified CAS, regulatory status, and toxicological dossier. The EU classifies HC Violet No. 3 as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is HC Violet No. 3 allowed in the EU?
HC Violet No. 3 EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does HC Violet No. 3 do in cosmetics?
HC Violet No. 3 functions as: Hair dyeing colorant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: | HC Red No. 3.
What is the Margin of Safety for HC Violet No. 3?
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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