1,2-Dibromoethane

3

Avoid

CAS Number: 106-93-4

About 1,2-Dibromoethane

1,2-dibromoethane is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Detailed Analysis

1,2-Dibromoethane (ethylene dibromide, EDB) is classified by IARC as Group 2A (probably carcinogenic to humans) and EU CLP as H301/H311/H331 (acute toxicity), H315/H319 (irritation), H350 (carcinogen), H341 (mutagen), H361 (reproductive toxicity), and H411 (aquatic toxicity). EU SVHC identification applies. The EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex II prohibits 1,2-dibromoethane in cosmetic products. It has been used as a pesticide and industrial solvent but has no legitimate cosmetic application.

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ Probable human carcinogen (IARC Group 2A)
  • ⚠ Acute toxicity H301/H311/H331
  • ⚠ Carcinogen H350
  • ⚠ Mutagen H341
  • ⚠ Reproductive toxicity H361
  • ⚠ Environmental hazard H411
  • ⚠ Banned in EU cosmetics (Annex II)

Safety Score

3

Avoid

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for skin concerns or allergies.