Solvent
2,3-Epoxypropyl o-tolyl ether
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A reactive glycidyl-ether (epoxide) classified by the EU as a mutagenic CMR substance, restricted at and above 0.1 percent and banned as an aerosol propellant. Not suitable for cosmetic use.
Skin benefits
- Primarily a processing aid
Known concerns
- EU-classified mutagenic substance (CMR) — restricted at and above 0.1%
- Glycidyl-ether reactive epoxide group is a known sensitiser and DNA-reactive moiety
- Banned as aerosol propellant in EU
- Not appropriate for cosmetic use
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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