Basic Blue 75
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair dyeing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Phenoxazin-5-ium, 3-(diethylamino)-7-(phenylamino)-, trichlorozincate (1-)
What does it do?
Basic Blue 75 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair dyeing
colours hair, either by depositing pigment on the surface or by chemically altering the hair's natural pigment
EU regulatory status
Basic Blue 75 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Basic Blue 75?
Basic Blue 75 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phenoxazin-5-ium, 3-(diethylamino)-7-(phenylamino)-, trichlorozincate (1-)
Is Basic Blue 75 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Basic Blue 75 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Basic Blue 75 do in cosmetic products?
Basic Blue 75 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair dyeing.
What is the CAS number of Basic Blue 75?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Basic Blue 75 is 73398-25-1.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010