2,2'-Methylenebis(6-bromo-4-chlorophenol)
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CAS Number: 15435-29-7
About 2,2'-Methylenebis(6-bromo-4-chlorophenol)
2,2'-methylenebis(6-bromo-4-chlorophenol) is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Detailed Analysis
This halogenated bis-phenol compound is structurally related to bromochlorophene and used as an antimicrobial preservative. The EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 Annex VI (list of preservatives) permits its use at a maximum concentration of 0.1%, though it is distinct from bromochlorophene which carries a different restriction code (V/37). Bis-phenol compounds raise concerns regarding endocrine-disrupting potential.
Known Concerns
- ⚠ EU restricted preservative (0.1% max)
- ⚠ bis-phenol structural alert
- ⚠ potential endocrine concern
Safety Score
Caution
Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.
References
EU CosIng Database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry
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