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Expert Verdict
Disazo dye (Sudan dye class); FDA explicitly restricts from lips/mucous membranes/eye area; potential aromatic amine release upon reductive metabolism; verify purity to exclude banned Sudan dye contaminants
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Is Solvent Red 23 safe in cosmetics?
Disazo dye (Sudan dye class); FDA explicitly restricts from lips/mucous membranes/eye area; potential aromatic amine release upon reductive metabolism; verify purity to exclude banned Sudan dye contaminants The EU classifies Solvent Red 23 as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Solvent Red 23 allowed in the EU?
Solvent Red 23 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Solvent Red 23 do in cosmetics?
Solvent Red 23 functions as: Cosmetic colorant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 85-86-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Solvent Red 23?
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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