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ACID YELLOW 3

CAS 38615-46-2/ 39354-67-1/ 8004-92-0
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

Quinoline Yellow / D&C Yellow 10 — a bright yellow cosmetic dye listed in EU Annex IV with multiple restrictions, including banned eye-area use. Not banned outright but tightly controlled.

Function

HAIR DYEING

Skin benefits

  • Bright yellow colorant for cosmetics
  • Established colorant in EU Annex IV with restrictions

Known concerns

  • EU restricts to non-eye products
  • Banned for use in oral hygiene
  • Linked to behavioral effects in studies (Southampton six)
  • Potential allergen and irritant

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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