Disperse Yellow 3

Disperse Yellow 3

AKA “2832-40-8, C.I. Disperse Yellow 3, Disperse yellow G, Disperse yellow Z, Amacel Yellow G, Palanil yellow G, Reliton yellow C, Artisil Yellow G, Perliton yellow G”

Ingredient

Ingredient Facts

Disperse yellow 3

AKA: 2832-40-8, C.I. Disperse Yellow 3, Disperse yellow G, Disperse yellow Z, Amacel Yellow G, Palanil yellow G, Reliton yellow C, Artisil Yellow G, Perliton yellow G

Ingredient · Cosmetic Colorant · EWG: 3

Synthetic

Colorant

Not Clean

4-(2-hydroxy-5-methylphenylazo)acetanilide is an azo dye with a structure consisting of acetanilide substituted on the 4-position of the phenyl group with a 6-hydroxy-m-tolylazo group. It has a role as a dye and an allergen. It is a member of azobenzenes and a monocarboxylic acid amide. It is functionally related to an azobenzene.

Solubility less than 0.1 mg/mL at 64 °F (NTP, 1992)

Formula

C15H15N3O2

Mol. Weight

269.30

CAS #

2832-40-8

Form

Powder

State

C.i. disperse yellow 3 is a brownish-yellow powder. (NTP, 1992)

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Functions

Cosmetic Colorant

Gives the product its color. Purely aesthetic — makes the formula look good in the jar but does nothing for your skin.

Locks In Moisture

Provides yellow coloration

Adds visual interest to cosmetic formulations

Traditional Use

A synthetic azo colorant developed in the 20th century for use in hair dyes and cosmetics. Formulated to provide stable yellow and golden tones in cosmetic products, with no traditional background.