Solvent Violet 13
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair dyeing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-Hydroxy-4-(p-toluidino)anthraquinone (CI 60725)
What does it do?
Solvent Violet 13 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 Violet 13 is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1363), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Solvent Violet 13?
Solvent Violet 13 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Hydroxy-4-(p-toluidino)anthraquinone (CI 60725)
Is Solvent Violet 13 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Solvent Violet 13 is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Solvent Violet 13 do in cosmetic products?
Solvent Violet 13 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair dyeing.
What is the CAS number of Solvent Violet 13?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Solvent Violet 13 is 81-48-1.
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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: 15/03/2016