Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
EU-banned due to inadequate safety dossier and lack of toxicological profile; cyclohexadienyl acetamide structure warrants caution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is HC Yellow No. 8 safe in cosmetics?
EU-banned due to inadequate safety dossier and lack of toxicological profile; cyclohexadienyl acetamide structure warrants caution. The EU classifies HC Yellow No. 8 as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is HC Yellow No. 8 allowed in the EU?
HC Yellow No. 8 EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does HC Yellow No. 8 do in cosmetics?
HC Yellow No. 8 functions as: Hair Dyeing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 66612-11-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for HC Yellow No. 8?
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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