Skip to content

Other

2,4-DIAMINO-5-METHYLPHENETOLE HCL

CAS 113715-25-6
35

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

2,4-diamino-5-methylphenetole Hcl is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

2,4-Diamino-5-methylphenetole hydrochloride is an aromatic amine compound used as a hair dye intermediate (a developmental metabolite of p-phenylenediamine derivatives). EU Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 Annex III entry II/1227 restricts its use in oxidative hair dye formulations, requiring compliance with specific concentration limits and labeling requirements. The hazard classification includes skin sensitization (H317), and the SCCS has assessed its safety in hair dye applications with specific restrictions in force.

Known concerns

  • Confirmed skin sensitizer (H317)
  • EU Annex III restricted (II/1227)
  • Hair dye restrictions apply

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related others

35
1,3-Benzenediamine, 4-methyl-, hydrochloride (1:1)
Other
 35
1,5-Di-(beta-hydroxyethylamino)-2-nitro-4-chlorobenzene (see note 17)
Other
 35
2,2'-Methylenebis(6-bromo-4-chlorophenol)
Other
 35
2-CHLORO-6-ETHYLAMINO-4-NITROPHENOL
Other
 35
2-Ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate / Padimate O (USAN:BAN)
Other
 35
3-(p-Chlorophenoxy)-propane-1,2-diol
Other
 35
3-Hydroxy-N-(o-tolyl)-4-[(2,4,5-trichlorophenyl)azo]naphthalene-2-carboxamide
Other
 35
3-NITRO-P-CRESOL
Other

Check your shelf

Find 2,4-DIAMINO-5-METHYLPHENETOLE HCL in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains 2,4-DIAMINO-5-METHYLPHENETOLE HCL and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.