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2-Methyl-m-phenylene diisocyanate (Toluene 2,6-diisocyanate)

CAS 91-08-7
20

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Its specific function may vary between products. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Toluene 2,6-diisocyanate exhibits the same hazard profile as its 2,4-isomer, with severe respiratory sensitization (H334), skin and eye damage (H314), and suspected carcinogenicity (H351). EU Annex II (Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009) prohibits its use in cosmetic products.

Known concerns

  • Respiratory sensitizer (H334)
  • Corrosive to eyes and skin (H314)
  • Suspected carcinogen (H351)
  • Suspected mutagen (H341)
  • Banned under EU Annex II

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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