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1-NITROPROPANE

CAS 108-03-2
22

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

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

1-Nitropropane is a nitroalkane compound classified under GHS as a flammable liquid (H226) with acute toxicity (H302) and target organ toxicity concerns. It is listed in EU Annex II/1249, prohibiting its use in cosmetic products. Chronic inhalation exposure is associated with liver and kidney effects in animal studies, and it is considered unsafe for topical cosmetic use at any concentration.

Known concerns

  • EU Annex II listed (II/1249) - prohibited in cosmetic products
  • Flammable liquid with acute inhalation toxicity
  • Target organ toxicity (liver, kidney) from chronic exposure
  • Skin absorption and acute toxicity (H302)

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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