2-Nitro-P-Phenylenediamine
INCI: 2-NITRO-P-PHENYLENEDIAMINE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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GHS Hazard Classification
Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.
Safety Opinions
Official safety assessments from the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) and Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR).
Sensitization Profile
Contact sensitization data for 2-Nitro-P-Phenylenediamine based on clinical patch test studies and IFRA standards.
Source: IVDK; NACDG; ESSCA
Expert Verdict
Prohibited in EU due to potential mutagenicity and sensitization concerns; permitted in US under coal tar hair dye exemption with established safe use practices.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 2-Nitro-P-Phenylenediamine safe in cosmetics?
Prohibited in EU due to potential mutagenicity and sensitization concerns; permitted in US under coal tar hair dye exemption with established safe use practices. The EU classifies 2-Nitro-P-Phenylenediamine as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR. This ingredient has been reviewed by cir.
Is 2-Nitro-P-Phenylenediamine allowed in the EU?
2-Nitro-P-Phenylenediamine EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 2-Nitro-P-Phenylenediamine do in cosmetics?
2-Nitro-P-Phenylenediamine functions as: Hair dye (non-oxidative). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 5307-14-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for 2-Nitro-P-Phenylenediamine?
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.
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