Solvent Green 3
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair dyeing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,4-bis(p-Tolylamino)anthraquinone (CI 61565)
What does it do?
Solvent Green 3 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
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Solvent Green 3 is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1364), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Solvent Green 3?
Solvent Green 3 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,4-bis(p-Tolylamino)anthraquinone (CI 61565)
Is Solvent Green 3 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Solvent Green 3 is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Solvent Green 3 do in cosmetic products?
Solvent Green 3 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair dyeing.
What is the CAS number of Solvent Green 3?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Solvent Green 3 is 128-80-3.
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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