Colorant
CI 15985
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Sunset Yellow — a synthetic azo dye used to give cosmetics an orange-yellow tint. Approved but with restrictions: not allowed near the eyes in the EU and a known intolerance trigger for some users.
Function
Skin benefits
- Bright orange-yellow colorant
- Stable in most formulations
- EU and FDA approved for cosmetics
Known concerns
- Azo dye linked to hyperactivity in children (food)
- Can cause contact urticaria in sensitive users
- Not permitted around eyes in EU
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
PubChem
U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.
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