Poor Cosmetic Ingredient NOAEL Data GHS Classified

1-Nitropropane

INCI: NOT ASSIGNED A COSMETIC INCI (INDUSTRIAL SOLVENT; NOT A COSMETIC INGREDIENT)

CAS Number
108-03-2
Function
None in cosmetics - industrial solvent/chemical intermediate
Safety Rating
POOR

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status prohibited
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not permitted as cosmetic ingredient; no cosmetic use history; OSHA PEL 25 ppm

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Toxicological Studies

2 study endpoints found for 1-Nitropropane. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.

Endpoint Value Route Species Study Type Source
NOEL 30 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL 48 2284 1991 rat inhalation REACH

GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Short-term Exposure Effects
The substance is irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract.
Routes of Exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion.

Expert Verdict

Do not use in cosmetics. Hepatotoxicity; methemoglobinemia risk; CNS depression; structural analog (2-nitropropane) is a probable carcinogen; no NOAEL established for dermal cosmetic exposure; occupational exposure limits exist (25 ppm TWA)

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Concern Level: High

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 1-Nitropropane safe in cosmetics?

Do not use in cosmetics. Hepatotoxicity; methemoglobinemia risk; CNS depression; structural analog (2-nitropropane) is a probable carcinogen; no NOAEL established for dermal cosmetic exposure; occupational exposure limits exist (25 ppm TWA) The EU classifies 1-Nitropropane as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR. 2 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.

Is 1-Nitropropane allowed in the EU?

1-Nitropropane EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 1-Nitropropane do in cosmetics?

1-Nitropropane functions as: None in cosmetics - industrial solvent/chemical intermediate. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 108-03-2.

What is the Margin of Safety for 1-Nitropropane?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

What is the NOAEL for 1-Nitropropane?

The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for 1-Nitropropane is 30 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 2 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.

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