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Hair Conditioning

6-AMINO-O-CRESOL

CAS 17672-22-9
30

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

An aromatic amine used as a precursor in oxidative hair dyes. EU restricts it (Annex III) with concentration limits and sensitization risk; not for skin care.

Function

HAIR DYEING

Skin benefits

  • Imparts hair color

Known concerns

  • EU Annex III restriction
  • Sensitizer
  • Possible mutagenicity concerns

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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