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Colorant

PIGMENT YELLOW 13

CAS 5102-83-0 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A diarylide industrial pigment — used in plastics and inks, not in EU-compliant cosmetics. Of concern because heating can release 3,3'-dichlorobenzidine, an IARC-classified suspected carcinogen.

Function

HAIR DYEING

Skin benefits

  • Industrial pigment only

Known concerns

  • Not in EU Annex IV cosmetic colorants
  • Releases 3,3'-DCB (suspected carcinogen) on heating
  • Not for cosmetic use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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