Spinochromes

INCI: SPINOCHROMES (NOT FORMALLY LISTED IN COSING AS A STANDALONE INCI)

CAS Number
Multiple variants; Spinochrome C: 3468-83-5; Spinochrome D (Echinochrome A): 487-67-2
Function
Antioxidant, skin conditioning (polyhydroxylated naphthoquinone pigments from sea urchins)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes No specific monograph; requires safety data under manufacturer responsibility

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Naphthoquinone derivatives can be skin irritants at higher concentrations. Limited cosmetic safety dossier. Potential phototoxicity from quinone chromophore

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Concern Level: High

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spinochromes safe in cosmetics?

Naphthoquinone derivatives can be skin irritants at higher concentrations. Limited cosmetic safety dossier. Potential phototoxicity from quinone chromophore The EU classifies Spinochromes as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Spinochromes allowed in the EU?

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

What does Spinochromes do in cosmetics?

Spinochromes functions as: Antioxidant, skin conditioning (polyhydroxylated naphthoquinone pigments from sea urchins). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Multiple variants; Spinochrome C: 3468-83-5; Spinochrome D (Echinochrome A): 487-67-2.

What is the Margin of Safety for Spinochromes?

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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