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Banned endocrine disruptor

4,4'-ISOPROPYLIDENEDIPHENOL

CAS 80-05-7
5

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

Bisphenol A (BPA) is an endocrine-disrupting chemical prohibited in cosmetics under EU Annex II. It is linked to hormonal, reproductive, and developmental effects, with broad regulatory bans worldwide.

Skin benefits

  • No cosmetic benefit; this is a banned industrial chemical
  • Industrial polymer monomer use only, never cosmetic

Known concerns

  • Bisphenol A is an endocrine-disrupting chemical of high concern
  • Prohibited in cosmetics under EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex II
  • Listed on REACH SVHC list for reproductive toxicity
  • Banned in baby bottles and food contact materials in EU
  • Associated with hormonal, developmental, and metabolic effects

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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