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1,4-Dichlorobenzene (p-Dichlorobenzene)

CAS 106-46-7
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Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

Dichlorobenzene (p-Dichlorobenzene) is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Its specific function may vary between products. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

This aromatic chemical is classified by the EU as a Category 2 suspected carcinogen (H351) and is listed on EU Annex II, prohibiting its use in cosmetic products. It also carries serious aquatic toxicity warnings (H400/H410) and skin sensitization potential (H317), making it entirely unsuitable for skincare applications.

Known concerns

  • Category 2 suspected carcinogen (EU Annex II banned)
  • Skin sensitizer (H317)
  • Serious aquatic toxicity (H400/H410)
  • Eye irritation (H319)
  • Suspected genotoxicity (H341)

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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