2,4-Diamino-5-methylphenoxyethanol

INCI: 2,4-DIAMINO-5-METHYLPHENOXYETHANOL

CAS Number
141614-05-3
Function
Hair dye (oxidative)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
EU Max Conc. 2%
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted in hair dye products (coal tar hair dye exemption under FD\&C Act)

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
high

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Expert Verdict

Must include allergy warning on label; do not use on eyelashes/eyebrows unless specifically authorized for professional use; concentration limits enforced

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 2,4-Diamino-5-methylphenoxyethanol safe in cosmetics?

Must include allergy warning on label; do not use on eyelashes/eyebrows unless specifically authorized for professional use; concentration limits enforced The EU classifies 2,4-Diamino-5-methylphenoxyethanol as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is 2,4-Diamino-5-methylphenoxyethanol allowed in the EU?

2,4-Diamino-5-methylphenoxyethanol EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 2%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 2,4-Diamino-5-methylphenoxyethanol do in cosmetics?

2,4-Diamino-5-methylphenoxyethanol functions as: Hair dye (oxidative). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 141614-05-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for 2,4-Diamino-5-methylphenoxyethanol?

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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