Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
2 study endpoints found for 2-Hydroxyethyl Picramic Acid. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOAEL | 20 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 90 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | - | SCCS_Perplexity |
Expert Verdict
Contains nitro groups (dinitro-); limited to hair dye products only; must comply with concentration limits
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 2-Hydroxyethyl Picramic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Contains nitro groups (dinitro-); limited to hair dye products only; must comply with concentration limits The EU classifies 2-Hydroxyethyl Picramic Acid as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD. 2 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is 2-Hydroxyethyl Picramic Acid allowed in the EU?
2-Hydroxyethyl Picramic Acid EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 2-Hydroxyethyl Picramic Acid do in cosmetics?
2-Hydroxyethyl Picramic Acid functions as: Hair dyeing — semi-permanent/temporary direct dye. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 99610-72-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for 2-Hydroxyethyl Picramic Acid?
not established 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 2-Hydroxyethyl Picramic Acid?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for 2-Hydroxyethyl Picramic Acid is 20 mg/kg bw/day based on a Subchronic study via oral route in rat. A total of 2 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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