Banned chlorinated solvent
1,4-Dichlorobenzene (p-Dichlorobenzene)
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A chlorinated aromatic solvent and moth repellent banned from EU cosmetic products. Classified as a possible human carcinogen and a liver and kidney toxicant in long-term exposure studies.
Skin benefits
- Historically used as a deodoriser and moth repellent
- Effective biocidal action against insects in non-cosmetic uses
Known concerns
- Classified by IARC as Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans)
- Prohibited in EU cosmetics under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009
- Liver and kidney toxicity observed in chronic animal studies
- Respiratory irritant with strong volatile organic compound emissions
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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