INDOCYANINE GREEN is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data.
INDOCYANINE GREEN
Safety grade: A
Indocyanine Green is a synthetic dye compound that absorbs light in the near-infrared spectrum. It's primarily used in medical imaging and research applications, and occasionally in cosmetics for its light-absorbing properties.
As a UV absorber, Indocyanine Green helps protect skin and cosmetic products from damage caused by ultraviolet and near-infrared light exposure.
Graded using: COSING.
Last verified: May 26, 2026
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