Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
🚫 Not approved for cosmetic use in EU or US; industrial/solvent dye class; no CIR or SCCS safety evaluation; avoid use in cosmetic formulations
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Solvent Yellow 85 safe in cosmetics?
🚫 Not approved for cosmetic use in EU or US; industrial/solvent dye class; no CIR or SCCS safety evaluation; avoid use in cosmetic formulations The EU classifies Solvent Yellow 85 as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Solvent Yellow 85 allowed in the EU?
Solvent Yellow 85 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Solvent Yellow 85 do in cosmetics?
Solvent Yellow 85 functions as: Cosmetic colorant (yellow dye, solvent-soluble). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 12769-56-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Solvent Yellow 85?
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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