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Expert Verdict
EU-prohibited substance with strong sensitization potential and mutagenicity/genotoxicity concerns; permissible in US only under coal-tar hair dye exemption with mandatory consumer warnings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is m-Phenylenediamine Sulfate safe in cosmetics?
EU-prohibited substance with strong sensitization potential and mutagenicity/genotoxicity concerns; permissible in US only under coal-tar hair dye exemption with mandatory consumer warnings. The EU classifies m-Phenylenediamine Sulfate as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is m-Phenylenediamine Sulfate allowed in the EU?
m-Phenylenediamine Sulfate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does m-Phenylenediamine Sulfate do in cosmetics?
m-Phenylenediamine Sulfate functions as: Hair dyeing (oxidative hair dye intermediate). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 541-70-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for m-Phenylenediamine Sulfate?
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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