Two hair dyes are the topic of request for opinion by the SCCS. Indigofera tinctoria needs to be reviewed. For HC Blue 17, it is the first evaluation of a new substance.
Indigofera tinctoria
Indigofera tinctoria (CAS: 84775-63-3) is used as a hair dye at a maximum concentration on the head of 25%.
On the 23 April 2004, a first Opinion by experts committee required " a complete safety dossier" to the industry.
The SCCS is asked today to answer the following questions:
1. Does SCCS consider Indigofera tinctoria safe for the consumers when used as a hair dye taken into account the scientific data provided?
2. And/or does the SCCS recommend any further restrictions with regard to the use of Indigofera tinctoria in any hair dye formulations?
HC Blue 17
HC Blue 17 (CAS: 16517-75-2) is an ingredient which is newly introduced on the EU market. The responsible company is submitting a safety dossier for review by the SCCS. Industry requests use of this ingredient in oxidative and non–oxidative colouring products with a concentration on head of maximum of 2%.
The SCCS is asked today to answer the following questions:
1. Does the SCCS consider HC Blue 17 safe for use as an oxidative and non-oxidative hair dye with a concentration on-head of maximum 2.0 % taken into account the scientific data provided?
2. And/or does the SCCS recommend any further …
