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1-Methoxy-2,4-diaminobenzene (2,4-Diaminoanisole - CI 76050) and its salts

CAS 615-05-4
15

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

An aromatic diamine hair dye precursor with suspected carcinogenicity and mutagenicity, banned from cosmetic use in the EU.

2,4-Diaminoanisole and its salts are classified H350 (suspected carcinogen), H341 (mutagen), and H411 (aquatic toxic). EU Annex II (Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009) prohibits this substance in cosmetic products due to its carcinogenic and mutagenic potential.

Known concerns

  • Suspected carcinogen (H350)
  • Suspected mutagen (H341)
  • Aquatic toxic (H411)
  • Banned under EU Annex II

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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