Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Critical dual EU status — permitted as general colorant but banned in hair dye products; FDA restricts to external use only; potential photosensitization
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Solvent Yellow 33 safe in cosmetics?
Critical dual EU status — permitted as general colorant but banned in hair dye products; FDA restricts to external use only; potential photosensitization The EU classifies Solvent Yellow 33 as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Solvent Yellow 33 allowed in the EU?
Solvent Yellow 33 EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Solvent Yellow 33 do in cosmetics?
Solvent Yellow 33 functions as: Colorant — quinoline-derived dye. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8003-22-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Solvent Yellow 33?
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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