2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene
INCI: 2,6-DIHYDROXYETHYLAMINOTOLUENE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
1 study endpoint found for 2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene. 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 | 100 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
Expert Verdict
Prohibited in EU; permitted in US under coal tar hair dye exemption. Mixing ratio must be printed on label for oxidative hair dye products only.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene safe in cosmetics?
Prohibited in EU; permitted in US under coal tar hair dye exemption. Mixing ratio must be printed on label for oxidative hair dye products only. The EU classifies 2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene as "prohibited". Safety rating: GOOD. 1 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is 2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene allowed in the EU?
2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene EU regulatory status: prohibited. Maximum allowed concentration: 1.0%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene do in cosmetics?
2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene functions as: Hair Dyeing (oxidative hair dye). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 149330-25-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for 2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene?
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.
What is the NOAEL for 2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for 2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene is 100 mg/kg bw/day based on a Subchronic study via oral route in rat. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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