Solvent Yellow 18

INCI: SOLVENT YELLOW 18

CAS Number
6407-78-9
Function
Colorant — azo dye (industrial use)
Safety Rating
POOR

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not FDA-listed as an approved color additive for cosmetics

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Not approved in any major cosmetics market; insufficient toxicological data for cosmetic safety assessment; strictly industrial dye — not intended for cosmetic use

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

colorant

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Solvent Yellow 18 safe in cosmetics?

Not approved in any major cosmetics market; insufficient toxicological data for cosmetic safety assessment; strictly industrial dye — not intended for cosmetic use The EU classifies Solvent Yellow 18 as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.

Is Solvent Yellow 18 allowed in the EU?

Solvent Yellow 18 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Solvent Yellow 18 do in cosmetics?

Solvent Yellow 18 functions as: Colorant — azo dye (industrial use). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 6407-78-9.

What is the Margin of Safety for Solvent Yellow 18?

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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