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1-(1-Naphthylmethyl)quinolinium chloride

CAS 65322-65-8
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

1-(1-Naphthylmethyl)quinolinium chloride is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulation. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

1-(1-Naphthylmethyl)quinolinium Chloride (CAS 65322-65-8) carries the GHS Danger signal word with hazard statements including H302 (harmful if swallowed), H315 (skin irritation), H318 (serious eye damage), H341 (suspected of causing genetic defects), H351 (suspected of causing cancer), and H412 (harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects). This substance would not meet EU cosmetics safety requirements and is not listed in any EU Annex as permitted. Its hazard profile makes it categorically unsuitable for cosmetic formulations.

Known concerns

  • Suspected mutagen (H341)
  • Suspected carcinogen (H351)
  • Acute oral toxicity (H302)
  • Serious eye damage (H318)
  • Skin irritation (H315)
  • Aquatic toxicity (H412)
  • Unsuitable for cosmetic use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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