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adrenalone

CAS 99-45-6
20

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

Adrenalone is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulation. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Adrenalone (epinephrine analog, 3',4'-dihydroxy-2-methylaminoacetophenone) is a catecholamine with vasoconstrictive and hemostatic pharmaceutical activity. It is used in topical solutions for mucous membrane bleeding. Its pharmacological potency and cardiovascular effects preclude cosmetic application; it is not listed in EU CosIng for any cosmetic function.

Known concerns

  • Pharmaceutical vasoconstrictor with cardiovascular effects
  • Not approved for cosmetic use; no cosmetic safety data
  • Can cause systemic catecholamine effects if absorbed through skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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