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CI 11710.

Questionable CAS 6486-23-3 / COLORANT

CI 11710, also known as Pigment Yellow 3, is a synthetic monoazo dye used as a cosmetic colorant. It imparts a yellow hue to products by absorbing and reflecting visible light.

Summary

colorant

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a colorant, CI 11710 functions by absorbing and reflecting specific visible light wavelengths. This optical interaction results in the perception of a yellow color in cosmetic formulations.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

This ingredient shows good thermal and light stability, maintaining color integrity in strong acid and base environments.

Conflicts

  • Not suitable for use near mucous membranes, including lip and eye areas.
  • Formulators must mitigate photocatalytic degradation risks to avoid forming carcinogenic aromatic amines.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Low

Regulated in Europe (Annex IV, EU 1223/2009) and restricted from mucous membranes due to potential absorption. A significant risk involves photocatalytic degradation forming carcinogenic aromatic amines.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Questionable

While effective as a yellow colorant, its restrictions and potential to form carcinogenic impurities through degradation make it a questionable choice for high-precision skincare.

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