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Expert Verdict
Releases 2,4-diaminoaniline (mutagenic) and aniline on reductive cleavage; classified as a potential carcinogen; banned in textiles with skin contact under REACH Annex XVII
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Basic Orange 2 safe in cosmetics?
Releases 2,4-diaminoaniline (mutagenic) and aniline on reductive cleavage; classified as a potential carcinogen; banned in textiles with skin contact under REACH Annex XVII The EU classifies Basic Orange 2 as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Basic Orange 2 allowed in the EU?
Basic Orange 2 EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Basic Orange 2 do in cosmetics?
Basic Orange 2 functions as: Hair Dyeing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 532-82-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Basic Orange 2?
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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