Prohibited hair dye intermediate
4,6-BIS(2-HYDROXYETHOXY)-M-PHENYLENEDIAMINE
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
This compound belongs to the m-phenylenediamine family of hair dye intermediates that the EU has banned. These substances are known to trigger strong allergic skin reactions in many users.
Skin benefits
- Was explored as a permanent hair dye coupler
- Listed in the SCCS opinion database which reflects scientific scrutiny
Known concerns
- Banned in EU cosmetics (Annex II) as an m-phenylenediamine derivative
- m-Phenylenediamine class compounds are strong skin sensitizers
- Risk of contact dermatitis and cross reactivity with PPD
- Insufficient safety data to support cosmetic use
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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