Solvent Yellow 33
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair dyeing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,3-Isobenzofurandione, reaction products with methylquinoline and quinoline (CI 47000)
What does it do?
Solvent Yellow 33 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 Yellow 33 is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1358), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Solvent Yellow 33?
Solvent Yellow 33 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,3-Isobenzofurandione, reaction products with methylquinoline and quinoline (CI 47000)
Is Solvent Yellow 33 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Solvent Yellow 33 is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Solvent Yellow 33 do in cosmetic products?
Solvent Yellow 33 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair dyeing.
What is the CAS number of Solvent Yellow 33?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Solvent Yellow 33 is 8003-22-3.
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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