Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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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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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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