Synonym(s)
1-[(3-aminopropyl)amino]-4-(methylamino)anthraquinone hydrochlorides; CAS number: 8 22366-99-0
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HC Blue No. 8 is a blue dye that has been used in cosmetic formulations as a hair dye. In the "Commission Directive 2007/54/EC of 29 August 2007 amending Council Directive 76/768/EEC" concerning cosmetic products (published on 30.8.2007 in the Official Journal (OJ L 226, p.21) HC Blue No.8 is no longer authorised as a hair dye.
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The framework conditions for colouring agents which may be used in cosmetics are defined in the EC Cosmetics Regulation (1223/2009) Annex III/ (http://www.msds-europe.de/data/files/197871618.pdf).
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer