HC BLUE NO. 14
Other
Moderate
CAS Number: 99788-75-7
About HC BLUE NO. 14
A hair dye colorant permitted at low concentrations under EU Annex III regulation, requiring strict dose compliance and cautionary label statements.
Detailed Analysis
HC Blue No. 14 is listed in EU Annex III (the list of substances which cosmetic products may contain, subject to restrictions) under entry Annex III/264. The EU sets a maximum concentration of 0.1% for this hair dye in ready-made formulations and requires specific cautionary label statements. Hair dye intermediates in Annex III are permitted but require compliance with specified maximum use concentrations and conditions of use due to their potential to cause sensitisation or other adverse effects.
What It Does
Known Concerns
- ⚠ EU Annex III restricted — maximum 0.1% in ready-made products
- ⚠ Mandatory cautionary labeling required
- ⚠ Potential skin sensitiser as a hair dye intermediate
Safety Score
Moderate
Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.
References
EU CosIng Database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry
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