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2-Amino-1,2-bis(4-methoxyphenyl)ethanol and its salts
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A phenylethanolamine-type aromatic compound potentially related to synephrine alkaloids, used in cosmetic formulations with no specific EU restrictions currently assigned.
This compound is a para-methoxy substituted phenylethanolamine, structurally related to sympathomimetic amines such as synephrine. It is used as a hair dye intermediate or possibly as a fragrance ingredient. There are no GHS hazard statements on record, and it is not individually listed in EU Annex II (banned) or Annex III (restricted). Like other phenylethanolamine derivatives, it warrants monitoring for skin sensitisation potential, and standard safe-use concentration guidance applies under the general product safety provisions of EU Regulation 1223/2009.
Known concerns
- Potential skin sensitisation (phenylethanolamine class)
- No specific EU restriction data available
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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