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Safety Data
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Safety Opinions
Official safety assessments from the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) and Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR).
Expert Verdict
Prohibited in EU Annex II; mutagenic concerns; limited to hair dye use in the US
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 2,4-Diaminophenol safe in cosmetics?
Prohibited in EU Annex II; mutagenic concerns; limited to hair dye use in the US The EU classifies 2,4-Diaminophenol as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR. This ingredient has been reviewed by cir.
Is 2,4-Diaminophenol allowed in the EU?
2,4-Diaminophenol EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 2,4-Diaminophenol do in cosmetics?
2,4-Diaminophenol functions as: Oxidative hair dye coupler. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 95-86-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for 2,4-Diaminophenol?
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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