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PIGMENT VIOLET 19

CAS 1047-16-1 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A quinacridone violet pigment (CI 73900) prized for stability and lightfastness in lipsticks and color cosmetics. Insoluble particle with very low systemic absorption.

Function

HAIR DYEING

Skin benefits

  • Stable violet/red pigment in cosmetics
  • Quinacridone class — excellent lightfastness
  • Insoluble pigment with low skin absorption

Known concerns

  • Manufacturing impurity profile must be controlled
  • Use restricted to permitted color index entries
  • Standard pigment dust inhalation caution in manufacture

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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