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Colorant

  • Dyes & colorants
  • CAS 72243-90-4
  • IUPAC: Colorant / dye

Colorant used at trace concentrations (<0.001%) in finished formula. No health classification expected at these use levels. Serves an appearance function only.

Colorant (CAS 72243-90-4) is a dye or pigment used at trace concentrations to give the product its characteristic color. At <0.001% in a finished formula, this ingredient contributes no meaningful health or environmental concern.

Health & environment profile

VOC
no
Prop 65 listed
no
Asthmagen
no
EPA Safer Choice
no
Aquatic toxicity
no
Biodegradable
yes
Bioaccumulative
no
Persistent
no
Ozone depleting
no
Microplastic
no
PFAS
no
Env. score
5/5
Purpose: Colorant / dye at trace concentrations for product appearance

3 products contain this

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