Pigment Violet 23
A cosmetic ingredient used as colorant, hair dyeing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
8,18-Dichloro-5,15-diethyl-5,15-dihydrodiindolo[3,2-b:3',2'-m]triphenodioxazine (CI 51319)
What does it do?
Pigment Violet 23 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Colorant
imparts colour to a cosmetic product
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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
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Pigment Violet 23 is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1360), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Classification: (when used as a substance in hair dye products)
Frequently asked questions
What is Pigment Violet 23?
Pigment Violet 23 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 8,18-Dichloro-5,15-diethyl-5,15-dihydrodiindolo[3,2-b:3',2'-m]triphenodioxazine (CI 51319)
Is Pigment Violet 23 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Pigment Violet 23 is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Pigment Violet 23 do in cosmetic products?
Pigment Violet 23 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: colorant, hair dyeing.
What is the CAS number of Pigment Violet 23?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Pigment Violet 23 is 6358-30-1.
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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: 12/08/2020