Solvent Black 3

INCI: SOLVENT BLACK 3 (CI 26150)

CAS Number
4197-25-5
Function
Hair Dyeing (colorant)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not FDA-approved as a color additive; coal-tar hair dye exemption may apply (requires caution labeling)

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Azo dye with potential reductive cleavage to aromatic amines; restricted to hair dye use only in EU; patch test warning mandatory

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

colorant eu_banned_cosmetics eu_cosing_listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Solvent Black 3 safe in cosmetics?

Azo dye with potential reductive cleavage to aromatic amines; restricted to hair dye use only in EU; patch test warning mandatory The EU classifies Solvent Black 3 as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Solvent Black 3 allowed in the EU?

Solvent Black 3 EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Solvent Black 3 do in cosmetics?

Solvent Black 3 functions as: Hair Dyeing (colorant). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 4197-25-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Solvent Black 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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