Sunset Yellow
Used in cosmetic products as colorant. Sunset Yellow is classed chemically as a monoazo color. It conforms to the formula. (To identify the colorant allowed for use in the European Union (EU), the INCI Name CI 15985 must be used, except for hair dye products).
EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex IV/31.
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IUPAC name: disodium, 6-hydroxy-5-[(4-sulfonatophenyl)diazenyl]naphthalene-2-sulfonate
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Sunset Yellow suppliers
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HNP DYE CHEM is one of the dyes manufacturer & merchant exporters in INDIA.
Affordable price Chemical Powder and API Intermediate available from Hyderabad India.
AmXpress is the exclusive distributor of Accustandard,Chiron, Wellington, Cambridge Isotope, Dr.
Frequently asked questions
What is Sunset Yellow used for in cosmetics?
Sunset Yellow is used in cosmetic products as colorant. Sunset Yellow is classed chemically as a monoazo color. It conforms to the formula. (To identify the colorant allowed for use in the European Union (EU), the INCI Name CI 15985 must be used, except for hair dye products).
Is Sunset Yellow restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
Sunset Yellow is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex IV/31 (allowed colorant). Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.
What is the CAS number of Sunset Yellow?
Sunset Yellow is listed with CAS number 2783-94-0 and EC number 220-491-7.
Where can I buy Sunset Yellow?
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