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Colorant

PIGMENT YELLOW 1

CAS 2512-29-0
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A monoazo yellow pigment (Hansa Yellow G, CI 11680) widely used in decorative cosmetics. Insoluble structure limits skin penetration; no specific EU restriction is currently listed in CosIng.

Function

COLORANT

Skin benefits

  • Stable monoazo yellow pigment widely used in decorative cosmetics
  • Insoluble pigment with low systemic exposure potential
  • No specific EU restriction currently listed in CosIng

Known concerns

  • Monoazo class — theoretical aromatic amine cleavage at high temperatures
  • Standard sensitization caution for azo pigments
  • Purity grade matters for impurity profile

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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