Is CI 77268:1 safe in cosmetics?
CI 77268:1 has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: restricted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
CI 77268:1
CI 77268:1 (CAS Not specifically assigned) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Colorant (black pigment, plant-derived). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Colorant (black pigment, plant-derived)
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
restricted
US Notes
Safety Rating. PAH contamination testing recommended (as with all carbon-based colorants); not FDA-approved for US market
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for CI 77268:1.
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Additional Ingredient Properties
1 property record from structured ingredient metadata.
colorant
{"Common_Name": "Carbon Black (vegetable)", "Chemical_Name": "Carbon from plant materials", "CAS_Number": "1333-86-4", "Colorant_Type": "Natural Colorant", "Approved_Uses": "All cosmetics", "Max_Concentration_%": "No limit", "EU_Status": "Approved", "US_FDA_Status": "Approved", "Notes": "Black from charred plants"}
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for CI 77268:1.
Regulatory Flags
colorant
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CI 77268:1 allowed in the EU?
CI 77268:1 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does CI 77268:1 do in cosmetics?
CI 77268:1 functions as: Colorant (black pigment, plant-derived). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned.
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