5-(alpha,beta-Dibromophenethyl)-5-methylhydantoin
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
5-(alpha,beta-Dibromophenethyl)-5-methylhydantoin is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulation. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
This dibrominated hydantoin derivative functions as a brominated antimicrobial agent with significant concerns for skin sensitization and respiratory irritation. The compound releases active bromine species in aqueous formulations. It is classified as H302 (harmful if swallowed), H400 (aquatic acute toxicity), and H410 (aquatic chronic toxicity), making it unsuitable for modern cosmetic formulations.
Skin benefits
- Antimicrobial properties
Known concerns
- Brominated compound with sensitization potential
- Skin and respiratory irritant
- Environmental hazard (H400, H410)
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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