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Colorant

ACID GREEN 1

CAS 19381-50-1
30

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A synthetic green acid dye lacking EU Annex IV positive-list clearance for cosmetic use. Restricted by default; sensitizer potential and limited safety review.

Function

HAIR DYEING

Skin benefits

  • Provides green color in formulations
  • Used at low percentages

Known concerns

  • Synthetic naphthalene-azo-style dye
  • Not on EU Annex IV positive list of permitted cosmetic colorants
  • Potential sensitizer
  • Not approved for skin/leave-on cosmetic use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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