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DISODIUM DISTYRYLBIPHENYL DISULFONATE

CAS 27344-41-8 Updated
58

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

An optical brightener — the fluorescent dye that makes laundry whites appear extra bright. Of limited cosmetic value, with documented eye irritation and contact-dermatitis cases.

Skin benefits

  • Optical brightening (cosmetic effect on whites)

Known concerns

  • Eye irritant (GHS)
  • Reported contact dermatitis
  • Photosensitization potential
  • Environmental persistence

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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