Regulatory Status
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Expert Verdict
Hair dye use only; genotoxicity flagged in Ames assays; structural analog picric acid is banned; must not exceed 0.6%
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Picramic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Hair dye use only; genotoxicity flagged in Ames assays; structural analog picric acid is banned; must not exceed 0.6% The EU classifies Picramic Acid as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Picramic Acid allowed in the EU?
Picramic Acid EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.6%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Picramic Acid do in cosmetics?
Picramic Acid functions as: Hair dyeing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 96-91-3 (sodium picramate: 831-52-7).
What is the Margin of Safety for Picramic Acid?
adequate 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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