VeriMomShould I Avoid acid yellow 36 During Pregnancy? | VeriMom
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ECHA regulatory hazard statements
- •H361F
Products containing acid yellow 36 — check your shelf
These products list acid yellow 36 on their INCI. If one is in your routine, consider swapping it during pregnancy.
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FAQ
- Is acid yellow 36 safe during pregnancy?
- Animal studies report reproductive/endocrine effects (impaired estrous cycle, reduced FSH/LH/estradiol and disrupted ovarian folliculogenesis in rats), and multiple CLP notifications to ECHA list Repr.2 (H361f) though no harmonised CLP exists — together supporting a 'suspected' reproductive hazard and a demonstrated endocrine-related mechanism; dermal exposure from cosmetics is expected to be low but measurable. ([pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26494366/?utm_source=openai))
- Is acid yellow 36 safe while breastfeeding?
- Same basis as pregnancy: animal reproductive/endocrine effects indicate a suspected hazard and demonstrated mechanism (endocrine disruption/oxidative stress). Dermal cosmetic use yields low but measurable exposure; no data found on transfer into breastmilk. ([pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26494366/?utm_source=openai))
- Is acid yellow 36 safe for baby skin?
- No infant‑specific toxicology was located, so hazard and mechanism mirror adult data (suspected reproductive/endocrine hazard supported by animal studies). Per your rule, exposure score is increased by +1 for infants because baby skin is more absorbent; therefore exposure is moderate for 0–3 yr. Also note Acid Yellow 36 is listed in the EU cosmetics prohibition (Annex II) for hair dyes/cosmetics. ([pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26494366/?utm_source=openai))
- How does VeriMom score acid yellow 36?
- VeriMom scores acid yellow 36 at 20/100 (high risk) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
- What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to acid yellow 36?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to acid yellow 36 based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.