Colorant
ACID YELLOW 3 ALUMINUM LAKE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An aluminum lake of Quinoline Yellow (Acid Yellow 3, CI 47005) — an insoluble bright-yellow pigment permitted as a cosmetic colorant in the EU. Quinoline dyes carry mild sensitizer awareness; not allowed near eyes.
Function
Skin benefits
- EU-permitted cosmetic colorant (CI 47005)
- Insoluble — minimal skin penetration
- Stable bright yellow shade
Known concerns
- Quinoline-class dye sensitization possible
- Restricted use — not for eye area in EU
- Aluminum content from lake substrate
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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