A yellow azo pigment regulated in Annex IV.
What it is
CI 11680 is the Colour Index number of a yellow pigment of the monoazo class, 2-[(4-methyl-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-3-oxo-N-phenylbutyramide. CosIng lists it as a colorant. In the EU it is listed in Annex IV (colorants); according to that entry it must not be used in products applied on mucous membranes.
Where it is used
Found in nail polishes, soaps, bath products and other coloured products not applied to mucous membranes.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
See the EU regulation section for the applicable limits and conditions. The label does not show the amount of colorant used.
Functions
- Colorant
- Exclusively or mainly intended to colour the cosmetic product, the body as a whole or certain parts thereof, by absorption or reflection of visible light; (precursors of oxidative hair colorants shall be deemed colorants). All authorised colorants are substances in the positive list of Annex IV to the Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009.
EU regulation
EU · Annex IV, entry 42-[(4-Methyl-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-3-oxo-N-phenylbutyramide
- Maximum concentration
- Not to be used in products applied on mucous membranes
- As of
- 3 November 2026 · (EC) 2009/1223
Products with this ingredient (10)
- Revolution Pro Miracle Vitamin C + Collagen Capsule Cream · Revolution
- Hamam Soap · Hamam
- Störtebekker Shampoo Bar · Störtebekker
- Bamboo · Rexona
- Lime & Green Tea Bar Soap · Balnea
- Stick à raser/Shave Stick Classic (with Palm Extract) · Palmolive
- Dusche & Ölperlen · Balea
- Perles de Q10 sérum concentré · Nivea
- Cologne Ambrée Savon aux essences naturelles de bois de cèdre · Marque Repère
- Savon Exfoliant Doux au miel · Carrefour