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Colorant

CI 42080

CAS 3486-30-4 Updated
52

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

CI 42080 (Acid Blue 7) — same compound as entry 22614. A triphenylmethane sulfonated colorant for rinse-off cosmetics, EU-permitted with concentration limits under Annex IV.

Function

COLORANT

Skin benefits

  • Provides blue-violet shade in cosmetic colorants
  • EU-permitted under Annex IV with restrictions

Known concerns

  • Restricted to rinse-off cosmetic products in EU
  • Triphenylmethane class sensitization potential
  • Concentration limits under Annex IV
  • Not permitted near eyes

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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