Colorant
CI 74180
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A blue copper-phthalocyanine pigment (Direct Blue 86) used as a cosmetic colorant. EU-listed Annex IV but with use restrictions; well-studied class with some impurity concerns.
Skin benefits
- Provides clean blue shade
- Stable in many formulations
- EU-listed colorant
Known concerns
- Trace heavy-metal residues possible
- Some users sensitive to phthalocyanine pigments
- Not approved near eyes in some jurisdictions
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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