Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient

N-ETHYL-3-NITRO PABA

CAS Number

2788-74-1

Function

Hair Dyeing, Uv Absorber

Safety Rating

MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status Restricted

EU Max Conc. II/1290

🇺🇸 US Status prohibited

US Notes Not specifically listed as prohibited by FDA. Falls under the coal tar hair dye exemption if used in hair color with appropriate caution labeling. As a UV absorber, it would need to comply with OTC Monograph if used for UV protection claims.

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Expert Verdict

N-ETHYL-3-NITRO PABA is listed in the EU CosIng database with functions: Hair Dyeing, Uv Absorber It is restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation. Restriction: II/1290.

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Concern Level: Medium

Regulatory Flags

cosing-sourced eu-restricted uv-filter needs-enrichment eu_banned_cosmetics eu_cosing_listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Is N-ETHYL-3-NITRO PABA safe in cosmetics?

N-ETHYL-3-NITRO PABA is listed in the EU CosIng database with functions: Hair Dyeing, Uv Absorber It is restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation. Restriction: II/1290. The EU classifies N-ETHYL-3-NITRO PABA as "Restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is N-ETHYL-3-NITRO PABA allowed in the EU?

N-ETHYL-3-NITRO PABA EU regulatory status: Restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: II/1290. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does N-ETHYL-3-NITRO PABA do in cosmetics?

N-ETHYL-3-NITRO PABA functions as: Hair Dyeing, Uv Absorber. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2788-74-1.

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