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ADAMANTANYLAMINO DIHYDROXYPROPIOPHENONE

CAS -
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A specialized phenolic antioxidant inspired by a compound found in rhododendron plants — primarily used in sunscreen formulations for its radical-quenching properties.

Adamantanylamino Dihydroxypropiophenone (also known as 3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-N-Adamantyl Propanamide) is a phenolic compound structurally related to the natural antioxidant报春花苷 (primin). The adamantyl group (a rigid, three-dimensional cage structure) enhances the compound's stability and lipophilicity. It is evaluated for use in cosmetic formulations as an antioxidant and UV-absorbing additive. Its safety profile in cosmetics is still being established; it is not yet widely used in mainstream products.

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant activity
  • Potential UV-protective properties
  • Free radical scavenging

Known concerns

  • Limited human safety data available
  • Not widely used in commercial cosmetics
  • May cause mild skin discoloration at high concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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