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Ci 42090

This is the bright blue.

What it does

A blue color. It tints shower gels, shampoos, toothpaste and mouthwash.

Good to know

Also used in food, where it's called Brilliant Blue (E 133) or FD&C Blue No. 1. EU food scientists (EFSA) reviewed it in 2010.

Often found in: Shower gels, Shampoos, Toothpastes, Mouthwashes

Around the world

• United States: Allowed as FD&C Blue No. 1, including near the eyes. Every batch must be certified by the FDA. Source
• EU and UK: Allowed as a color in all cosmetics. As a hair dye, max 0.5% in non-oxidative hair dyes. Source
• Canada: Not on Health Canada's Hotlist of restricted ingredients. Source
• Australia: No limit in Australia's Poisons Standard. Source

Sources

• EFSA: Re-evaluation of Brilliant Blue FCF (E 133) as a food additive (2010) (Independent)