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Colorant

HAEMATOXYLUM CAMPECHIANUM WOOD EXTRACT

CAS 8005-33-2
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

Logwood (campeche) extract used as a natural dye. Contains hematoxylin, a documented skin and eye irritant; generally not a first-choice cosmetic colorant for sensitive use.

Function

COLORANT

Skin benefits

  • Natural wood-derived colorant
  • Antioxidant phenolics

Known concerns

  • Hematoxylin causes skin and eye irritation per ECHA
  • H315/H319/H335 GHS notifications
  • Possible respiratory irritation
  • Dye class with limited cosmetic safety review

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related colorants

Same plant / compound family

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