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1-Chloro-4-nitrobenzene

CAS 100-00-5
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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

1-chloro-4-nitrobenzene is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

1-Chloro-4-nitrobenzene is an aromatic chloro-nitrobenzene derivative used as an industrial chemical intermediate. In the EU cosmetics regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, it is listed in Annex II (list of substances prohibited in cosmetic products) as a hair dye substance, meaning it cannot be used in any cosmetic formulations regardless of concentration. Its hazard profile includes acute toxicity via multiple exposure routes and severe skin/eye damage potential.

Known concerns

  • Prohibited in EU cosmetics (Annex II)
  • Acute toxicity (oral, dermal, inhalation)
  • Severe skin and eye damage
  • Toxic by inhalation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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