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2,3-Dihydro-2H-1,4-benzoxazin-6-ol

CAS 26021-57-8
40

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

2,3-dihydro-2h-1,4-benzoxazin-6-ol is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

2,3-Dihydro-2H-1,4-benzoxazin-6-ol is a heterocyclic phenolic compound used as a hair dye intermediate in oxidation dye systems. Benzoxazine derivatives have been assessed for mutagenic and sensitising potential. The ingredient falls under Annex III restrictions of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, with specific conditions of use that must be followed.

Skin benefits

  • Hair dye precursor

Known concerns

  • Annex III restricted hair dye intermediate
  • Mutagenicity concerns from benzoxazine structure
  • Skin sensitisation potential

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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