Is Basic Violet 16 safe in cosmetics?
Basic Violet 16 has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: prohibited. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Basic Violet 16
INCI: BASIC VIOLET 16
Basic Violet 16 (CAS 6359-45-1 (also 85283-95-0)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Hair dyeing (direct cationic dye, methine class). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: prohibited. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Hair dyeing (direct cationic dye, methine class)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
prohibited
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not an FDA-approved color additive; coal tar hair dye exemption applies
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Safety Data
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Basic Violet 16 allowed in the EU?
Basic Violet 16 EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Basic Violet 16 do in cosmetics?
Basic Violet 16 functions as: Hair dyeing (direct cationic dye, methine class). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 6359-45-1 (also 85283-95-0).
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