Regulatory Status
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Expert Verdict
EU-banned; aromatic amine with mutagenicity/genotoxicity concerns; potential cross-sensitization with PPD-group dyes; not to be formulated in any cosmetic product for EU market
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 2,4-Diaminodiphenylamine safe in cosmetics?
EU-banned; aromatic amine with mutagenicity/genotoxicity concerns; potential cross-sensitization with PPD-group dyes; not to be formulated in any cosmetic product for EU market The EU classifies 2,4-Diaminodiphenylamine as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is 2,4-Diaminodiphenylamine allowed in the EU?
2,4-Diaminodiphenylamine EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 2,4-Diaminodiphenylamine do in cosmetics?
2,4-Diaminodiphenylamine functions as: Hair dye (oxidative). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 136-17-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for 2,4-Diaminodiphenylamine?
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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