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Colorant

SODIUM 5-NITROGUAIACOLATE

CAS 67233-85-6
50

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

A nitroaromatic colorant agent whose nitro group raises sensitiser and methaemoglobinaemia concerns. Likely subject to EU Annex III restrictions and not suitable for general cosmetic use.

Function

COLORANT

Skin benefits

  • Functional colorant role

Known concerns

  • Nitroaromatic sensitiser potential
  • Possible methaemoglobinaemia risk
  • EU Annex III restrictions likely
  • Limited cosmetic safety dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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