Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Nitro-aromatic compound with general concern for potential mutagenicity; must be supported by negative Ames/genotoxicity data. EU has banned certain amino-cresol variants lacking sufficient safety data. Ensure compliance with specific Annex II entry conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 3-Nitro-P-Cresol safe in cosmetics?
Nitro-aromatic compound with general concern for potential mutagenicity; must be supported by negative Ames/genotoxicity data. EU has banned certain amino-cresol variants lacking sufficient safety data. Ensure compliance with specific Annex II entry conditions. The EU classifies 3-Nitro-P-Cresol as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is 3-Nitro-P-Cresol allowed in the EU?
3-Nitro-P-Cresol EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 3-Nitro-P-Cresol do in cosmetics?
3-Nitro-P-Cresol functions as: Hair Dye (semi-permanent / non-oxidative). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2581-34-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for 3-Nitro-P-Cresol?
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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