Disperse Yellow 3

Disperse Yellow 3

AKA “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”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Disperse yellow 3

AKA: 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

Synthetic · Colorant · EWG: 3

Synthetic

Colorant

Synthetic

Clean

A yellow pigment that adds warm color to beauty products. Derived from synthetic sources to create consistent, vibrant shades.

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

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.