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Colorant

PIGMENT YELLOW 12

CAS 6358-85-6 Updated
25

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A diarylide yellow pigment (CI 21090) restricted in EU hair dye applications. Can release 3,3'-dichlorobenzidine, a suspected human carcinogen — clear cause for avoidance in cosmetic settings.

Function

HAIR DYEING

Skin benefits

  • Diarylide yellow pigment with strong tinting strength in inks and coatings
  • Limited cosmetic specialty use

Known concerns

  • EU Annex II / restricted hair dye use
  • Can release 3,3'-dichlorobenzidine (IARC Group 2B) on heating
  • Class structural concern over carcinogenic aromatic amine cleavage

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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