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Colorant

BASIC YELLOW 57

CAS 68391-31-1 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A direct yellow hair-dye colorant. Carries an EU H361d warning — suspected of harming the unborn child. Better alternatives exist; pregnant users should avoid.

Function

HAIR DYEING

Skin benefits

  • Vivid yellow hair dye for direct-coloring
  • Common in semi-permanent hair color

Known concerns

  • GHS H361d — suspected of damaging the unborn child
  • Skin sensitization potential
  • Avoid in pregnancy and in skin-contact products

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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