Sudan III

INCI name:   CI 26100.

Function:   Cosmetic colorant.

Origin:   Synthetic.

Concentration allowed by the EU regulation:   Purity criteria: aniline ≤ 0.2%; 2-naphthol ≤ 0.2%; 4-aminoazobenzene ≤ 0.1%; 1-(phenylazo)-2-naphthol ≤ 3%; 1-[2-(phenylazo)phenylazo]-2-naphthalenol ≤ 2%.

Where to find it / Where they are found?:   Hair oils, nail polish removers, body and face moisturizing oils, nail polishes, sunscreen sprays.

Health risks:   Suspected carcinogen (release of 4-aminoazobenzene classified as Group 2B by IARC and regarded by ECHA as a confirmed carcinogen).

Environmental risks:   Confirmed aquatic ecotoxicity, bioaccumulative substance, persistent substance.

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Additional information:   Red dye. Should not be used in products intended for mucous membranes (e.g., lipsticks). Comedogenicity index: 3.