Allowed in EU

Solvent Yellow 18

A cosmetic ingredient used as hair dyeing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

CI 12740

What does it do?

Solvent Yellow 18 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Hair dyeing

    colours hair, either by depositing pigment on the surface or by chemically altering the hair's natural pigment

EU regulatory status

Solvent Yellow 18 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 Solvent Yellow 18?

Solvent Yellow 18 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. CI 12740

Is Solvent Yellow 18 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Solvent Yellow 18 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Solvent Yellow 18 do in cosmetic products?

Solvent Yellow 18 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair dyeing.

What is the CAS number of Solvent Yellow 18?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Solvent Yellow 18 is 6407-78-9.

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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