Synthetic food dyes are associated with adverse neurobehavioral outcomes in children.
Only in: Food Scores®
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high
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2021. Potential Neurobehavioral Effects of Synthetic Food Dyes in Children. California Environmental Protection Agency. Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment.
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Structurally related substances are classified by IARC as known, probable, and possible human carcinogens (International Agency for Research on Carcinogens).
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moderate
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International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC): Agents classified by the IARC Monographs (through Volume 127)
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Suspected of causing genetic defects
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some
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EU GHS Hazard Labeling Codes: GHS Hazard Codes
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Suspected of causing cancer
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some
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EU GHS Hazard Labeling Codes: GHS Hazard Codes
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Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
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some
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EU GHS Hazard Labeling Codes: GHS Hazard Codes
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Very toxic to aquatic life
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some
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EU GHS Hazard Labeling Codes: GHS Hazard Codes
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Known to cause cancer
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some
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California OEHHA (Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment): Proposition 65 List (2020 Update)
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Suspected of causing genetic defects
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some
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EU GHS Hazard Labeling Codes: GHS Hazard Codes
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May cause cancer
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some
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EU GHS Hazard Labeling Codes: GHS Hazard Codes
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Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
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some
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EU GHS Hazard Labeling Codes: GHS Hazard Codes
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Very toxic to aquatic life
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some
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EU GHS Hazard Labeling Codes: GHS Hazard Codes
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Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
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some
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EU GHS Hazard Labeling Codes: GHS Hazard Codes
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Fatal if inhaled
Only in: Household Cleaners
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some
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EU GHS Hazard Labeling Codes: GHS Hazard Codes
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Suspected of damaging fertility.
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some
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EU GHS Hazard Labeling Codes: GHS Hazard Codes
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Suspected of damaging the unborn child.
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some
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EU GHS Hazard Labeling Codes: GHS Hazard Codes
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Carcinogenic to humans
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some
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International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC): Agents classified by the IARC Monographs (through Volume 127)
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Known To Be Human Carcinogen
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some
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National Toxicology Program (NTP): NTP 14th Report on Carcinogens
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Probably carcinogenic to humans
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some
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): EPA Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS) - Cancer
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Probably carcinogenic to humans
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some
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International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC): Agents classified by the IARC Monographs (through Volume 127)
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Probably carcinogenic to humans
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some
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): EPA Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS) - Cancer
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A review study found that cell-based screening tests suggest the potential for neurotoxicity.
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some
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Peer Reviewed Literature: Kobylewski, S. & Jacobson, M.F. 2012. Toxicology of food dyes. International journal of occupational and environmental health 18(3), 220-46.
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A review study found that cell-based screening tests suggest the potential for neurotoxicity.
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some
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Peer Reviewed Literature: Kobylewski, S. & Jacobson, M.F. 2012. Toxicology of food dyes. International journal of occupational and environmental health 18(3), 220-46.
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Toxic if swallowed
Only in: Household Cleaners
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some
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EU GHS Hazard Labeling Codes: GHS Hazard Codes
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Toxic in contact with skin
Only in: Household Cleaners
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some
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EU GHS Hazard Labeling Codes: GHS Hazard Codes
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Toxic if inhaled
Only in: Household Cleaners
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some
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EU GHS Hazard Labeling Codes: GHS Hazard Codes
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kidney damage
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some
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American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH): Threshold Limit Value (TLV) Basis
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suspected human carcinogen
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some
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American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH): Threshold Limit Value (TLV) Basis
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NTP Toxcast scored 2.5-3.5
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some
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National Toxicology Program (NTP): EWG Toxcast Analysis
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The European Commission's Scientific Committee on Cosmetic Products and Non-Food Products Intended for Consumers reports this substance can irritate the skin.
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some
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The Scientific Committee on Cosmetic Products and Non-Food Products Intended for Consumers. 2004. OPINION OF THE SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE ON COSMETIC PRODUCTS AND NON-FOOD PRODUCTS INTENDED FOR CONSUMERS CONCERNING ACID BLUE 9.
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NTP Toxcast scored 2.5-3.5
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some
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National Toxicology Program (NTP): EWG Toxcast Analysis
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The European Commission's Scientific Committee on Cosmetic Products and Non-Food Products Intended for Consumers reports this substance can irritate the skin.
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some
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The Scientific Committee on Cosmetic Products and Non-Food Products Intended for Consumers. 2004. OPINION OF THE SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE ON COSMETIC PRODUCTS AND NON-FOOD PRODUCTS INTENDED FOR CONSUMERS CONCERNING ACID BLUE 9.
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Neurobehavioral effects observed in animal study.
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some
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Toyohito Tanaka, Osamu Takahashi, Akiko Inomata, Akio Ogata & Dai Nakae. 2012. Reproductive and neurobehavioral effects of brilliant blue FCF in mice. Birth defects research. Part B, Developmental and reproductive toxicology 95(6), 395-409.
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suspected of causing genetics defects
Only in: Household Cleaners
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some
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European Chemicals Agency (ECHA): GHS Data from ECHA Website
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causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Only in: Household Cleaners
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some
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European Chemicals Agency (ECHA): GHS Data from ECHA Website
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confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans
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some
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American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH): Threshold Limit Value (TLV) Basis
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May cause an allergic skin reaction
Only in: Household Cleaners
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some
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EU GHS Hazard Labeling Codes: GHS Hazard Codes
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Toxic in contact with skin
Only in: Household Cleaners
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some
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European Chemicals Agency (ECHA): GHS Data from ECHA Website
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toxic if inhaled
Only in: Household Cleaners
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some
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European Chemicals Agency (ECHA): GHS Data from ECHA Website
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Toxic of swallowed
Only in: Household Cleaners
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some
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European Chemicals Agency (ECHA): GHS Data from ECHA Website
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Causes serious eye damage
Only in: Drain Opener/Clog Remover; Oven Cleaner; Household Cleaners
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some
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EU GHS Hazard Labeling Codes: GHS Hazard Codes
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may cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Only in: Household Cleaners
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some
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European Chemicals Agency (ECHA): GHS Data from ECHA Website
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May cause an allergic skin reaction
Only in: Household Cleaners
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some
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European Chemicals Agency (ECHA): GHS Data from ECHA Website
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may cause respiratory irritation
Only in: Household Cleaners
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some
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European Chemicals Agency (ECHA): GHS Data from ECHA Website
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Causes skin irritation
Only in: Household Cleaners
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some
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European Chemicals Agency (ECHA): GHS Data from ECHA Website
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Causes serious eye damage
Only in: Household Cleaners
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some
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European Chemicals Agency (ECHA): GHS Data from ECHA Website
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causes serious eye irritation
Only in: Household Cleaners
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some
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European Chemicals Agency (ECHA): GHS Data from ECHA Website
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Not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans
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low
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International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC): Agents classified by the IARC Monographs (through Volume 127)
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Not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans
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low
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International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC): Agents classified by the IARC Monographs (through Volume 127)
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Not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans
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low
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International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC): Agents classified by the IARC Monographs (through Volume 127)
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EPA testing shows this substance has moderate acute toxicity to aquatic life
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low
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): EPA Fathead Minnow Acute Toxicity Database
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acute toxicity, oral LD50 (mg/kg)
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low
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The Scientific Committee on Cosmetic Products and Non-Food Products Intended for Consumers. 2004. OPINION OF THE SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE ON COSMETIC PRODUCTS AND NON-FOOD PRODUCTS INTENDED FOR CONSUMERS CONCERNING ACID BLUE 9.
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acute toxicity, oral LD50 (mg/kg)
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low
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The Scientific Committee on Cosmetic Products and Non-Food Products Intended for Consumers. 2004. OPINION OF THE SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE ON COSMETIC PRODUCTS AND NON-FOOD PRODUCTS INTENDED FOR CONSUMERS CONCERNING ACID BLUE 9.
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EPA testing shows this substance has low acute toxicity to aquatic life
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low
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): EPA Fathead Minnow Acute Toxicity Database
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No evidence of reproductive or developmental toxicity in animal testing.
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low
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The Scientific Committee on Cosmetic Products and Non-Food Products Intended for Consumers. 2004. OPINION OF THE SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE ON COSMETIC PRODUCTS AND NON-FOOD PRODUCTS INTENDED FOR CONSUMERS CONCERNING ACID BLUE 9.
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Little evidence of genotoxicity in animal or in vitro testing.
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low
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The Scientific Committee on Cosmetic Products and Non-Food Products Intended for Consumers. 2004. OPINION OF THE SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE ON COSMETIC PRODUCTS AND NON-FOOD PRODUCTS INTENDED FOR CONSUMERS CONCERNING ACID BLUE 9.
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Not found to be carcinogenic in animal testing.
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low
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The Scientific Committee on Cosmetic Products and Non-Food Products Intended for Consumers. 2004. OPINION OF THE SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE ON COSMETIC PRODUCTS AND NON-FOOD PRODUCTS INTENDED FOR CONSUMERS CONCERNING ACID BLUE 9.
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EFSA panel concluded there is no concern for genotoxicity.
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low
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European Food Safety Authority. 2010. Scientific Opinion on the re-evaluation of Brilliant Blue FCF (E 133) as a food additive. EFSA Journal 8(11), 1853.
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No evidence of reproductive or developmental toxicity in animal testing.
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low
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The Scientific Committee on Cosmetic Products and Non-Food Products Intended for Consumers. 2004. OPINION OF THE SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE ON COSMETIC PRODUCTS AND NON-FOOD PRODUCTS INTENDED FOR CONSUMERS CONCERNING ACID BLUE 9.
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Little evidence of genotoxicity in animal or in vitro testing.
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low
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The Scientific Committee on Cosmetic Products and Non-Food Products Intended for Consumers. 2004. OPINION OF THE SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE ON COSMETIC PRODUCTS AND NON-FOOD PRODUCTS INTENDED FOR CONSUMERS CONCERNING ACID BLUE 9.
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Not found to be carcinogenic in animal testing.
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low
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The Scientific Committee on Cosmetic Products and Non-Food Products Intended for Consumers. 2004. OPINION OF THE SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE ON COSMETIC PRODUCTS AND NON-FOOD PRODUCTS INTENDED FOR CONSUMERS CONCERNING ACID BLUE 9.
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EFSA panel concluded there is no concern for genotoxicity.
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low
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European Food Safety Authority. 2010. Scientific Opinion on the re-evaluation of Brilliant Blue FCF (E 133) as a food additive. EFSA Journal 8(11), 1853.
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