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CI 21108

CAS 5567-15-7 Updated
50

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

CI 21108 — a disazo cosmetic pigment permitted under EU Annex IV restrictions, used in body and face coloration products. Mid-orange because azo dyes carry residual aromatic-amine concerns even when permitted.

Skin benefits

  • Provides stable disazo coloration in cosmetics under EU Annex IV

Known concerns

  • Disazo dye with potential to release aromatic amine breakdown products
  • Permitted only under EU Annex IV restrictions
  • Not for use around eyes or mucous membranes

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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