Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Mean TER of 3.7 kΩ (±1.0) after 24 h contact indicates skin damage potential; stability in typical hair dye formulations was not reported in the dossier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 2-Amino-5-Ethylphenol HCl safe in cosmetics?
Mean TER of 3.7 kΩ (±1.0) after 24 h contact indicates skin damage potential; stability in typical hair dye formulations was not reported in the dossier. The EU classifies 2-Amino-5-Ethylphenol HCl as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is 2-Amino-5-Ethylphenol HCl allowed in the EU?
2-Amino-5-Ethylphenol HCl EU regulatory status: prohibited. Maximum allowed concentration: 1.0%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 2-Amino-5-Ethylphenol HCl do in cosmetics?
2-Amino-5-Ethylphenol HCl functions as: Hair dyeing — oxidative hair dye precursor. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 149861-22-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for 2-Amino-5-Ethylphenol HCl?
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.
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