Colorant
ACID YELLOW 23
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Tartrazine (Acid Yellow 23 / CI 19140) — EU-permitted cosmetic colorant for non-eye-area products. Bright and stable but documented for contact urticaria and aspirin cross-reactivity.
Function
Skin benefits
- EU-permitted cosmetic colorant (CI 19140)
- Bright stable yellow
- Approved for non-eye-area cosmetics
Known concerns
- Documented contact urticaria and pseudo-allergy
- Cross-reactivity in aspirin-sensitive users
- Restricted from eye-area cosmetics in EU
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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