6-Amino-2,4-Dichloro-M-Cresol HCl

CAS Number
39549-31-0
Function
Dye
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status prohibited
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status restricted
US Notes Not specifically restricted by FDA; hair dyes are exempt from FD&C Act color additive requirements. Not individually assessed by CIR.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Amino-chlorocresol chemistry raises mutagenicity and sensitization concerns typical of oxidative hair dyes; no SCCS opinion published specifically for this substance.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen colorant

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 6-Amino-2,4-Dichloro-M-Cresol HCl safe in cosmetics?

Amino-chlorocresol chemistry raises mutagenicity and sensitization concerns typical of oxidative hair dyes; no SCCS opinion published specifically for this substance. The EU classifies 6-Amino-2,4-Dichloro-M-Cresol HCl as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is 6-Amino-2,4-Dichloro-M-Cresol HCl allowed in the EU?

6-Amino-2,4-Dichloro-M-Cresol HCl EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 6-Amino-2,4-Dichloro-M-Cresol HCl do in cosmetics?

6-Amino-2,4-Dichloro-M-Cresol HCl functions as: Dye. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 39549-31-0.

What is the Margin of Safety for 6-Amino-2,4-Dichloro-M-Cresol HCl?

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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