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2-[bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)amino]-5- nitrophenol

CAS 59820-43-8
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

2-[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-5- Nitrophenol is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

This nitrophenol derivative functions as a primary intermediate in oxidative hair colouring systems, delivering warm yellow-orange tones. Classified with H302 (harmful if swallowed), H315 (skin irritation), H319 (eye irritation), and H335 (respiratory irritation), it requires cautionary handling. The EU cosmetics regulation restricts this class of nitroaminophenol compounds, and a maximum concentration of 1.5% applies to the in-use preparation.

Known concerns

  • Harmful if swallowed H302
  • Skin irritation H315
  • Eye irritation H319
  • Respiratory irritation H335

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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