Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
BANNED/RESTRICTED; severe respiratory sensitizer (occupational asthma); contact dermatitis; REACH restriction applies from August 2023; no legitimate use in finished cosmetics
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Xylene Diisocyanate safe in cosmetics?
BANNED/RESTRICTED; severe respiratory sensitizer (occupational asthma); contact dermatitis; REACH restriction applies from August 2023; no legitimate use in finished cosmetics The EU classifies Xylene Diisocyanate as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Xylene Diisocyanate allowed in the EU?
Xylene Diisocyanate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Xylene Diisocyanate do in cosmetics?
Xylene Diisocyanate functions as: Crosslinking agent / polymer precursor (not a direct cosmetic functional ingredient). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 3634-83-1 (m-XDI); 25854-16-4 (mixture).
What is the Margin of Safety for Xylene Diisocyanate?
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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