Tetrabromophenol Blue
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair dyeing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Phenol, 4,4'-(4,5,6,7-Tetrabromo-1,1-Dioxido-3H-2,1-Benzoxathiol-3-ylidene)Bis[2,6-Dibromo-
What does it do?
Tetrabromophenol Blue 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
Tetrabromophenol Blue 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 Tetrabromophenol Blue?
Tetrabromophenol Blue is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phenol, 4,4'-(4,5,6,7-Tetrabromo-1,1-Dioxido-3H-2,1-Benzoxathiol-3-ylidene)Bis[2,6-Dibromo-
Is Tetrabromophenol Blue allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Tetrabromophenol Blue is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tetrabromophenol Blue do in cosmetic products?
Tetrabromophenol Blue is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair dyeing.
What is the CAS number of Tetrabromophenol Blue?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tetrabromophenol Blue is 4430-25-5.
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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: 28/07/2020