Coke black
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Coke Black is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Coke black consists primarily of elemental carbon and is used as a colorant in decorative cosmetics and hair dye preparations. Under EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex III, it shall not be used as a propellant in aerosols for any use, and products containing it as a propellant shall not be placed on the market. The restriction threshold is 0.1% by weight.
Skin benefits
- Provides black color in decorative cosmetics
- Used in eye makeup and hair dye formulations
Known concerns
- Banned as aerosol propellant in EU
- Restricted above 0.1% in mixtures
- Inhalation hazard when used in spray formulations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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