PNA
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
p-Nitroaniline is banned in EU cosmetics, classified as toxic with suspected carcinogenic potential and methemoglobinemia risk; if INCI refers to a different compound, obtain full chemical identity and CAS from supplier immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PNA safe in cosmetics?
p-Nitroaniline is banned in EU cosmetics, classified as toxic with suspected carcinogenic potential and methemoglobinemia risk; if INCI refers to a different compound, obtain full chemical identity and CAS from supplier immediately. The EU classifies PNA as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is PNA allowed in the EU?
PNA EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PNA do in cosmetics?
PNA functions as: Hair dye intermediate (historically). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Ambiguous — if p-Nitroaniline (4-Nitroaniline): 100-01-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for PNA?
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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