Solvent Violet 13

INCI: CI 60725 (SOLVENT VIOLET 13)

CAS Number
6371-55-7
Function
Colorant — anthraquinone-class dye (bright bluish violet)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Listed as D\&C Violet No. 2 — permitted for externally applied drugs and cosmetics

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

FDA restricts to external use only (not for lips/mucous membranes); generally well-tolerated; one of the better-characterized solvent dyes in cosmetics

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

colorant

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Solvent Violet 13 safe in cosmetics?

FDA restricts to external use only (not for lips/mucous membranes); generally well-tolerated; one of the better-characterized solvent dyes in cosmetics The EU classifies Solvent Violet 13 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Solvent Violet 13 allowed in the EU?

Solvent Violet 13 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Solvent Violet 13 do in cosmetics?

Solvent Violet 13 functions as: Colorant — anthraquinone-class dye (bright bluish violet). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 6371-55-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Solvent Violet 13?

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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