AMINOPROPYL METHYLENEDIOXYPHENYL PHOSPHATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A phenyl-substituted phosphate ester with mild sensitizing potential, offering antioxidant and conditioning properties from its methylenedioxyphenyl group.
Aminopropyl Methylenedioxyphenyl Phosphate contains the methylenedioxyphenyl (MDP) group, a structure associated with certain natural antioxidants (such as those found in sesame oil). The phosphate linkage provides water solubility while the MDP group contributes potential antioxidant activity. The pubchem_safety_score of 72 suggests moderate concerns, likely related to the amine functionality which can in principle undergo nitrosation, though no specific EU restriction has been identified for this compound.
Skin benefits
- Antioxidant properties from MDP group
- Skin conditioning
- Good skin feel
Known concerns
- Possible skin sensitization in susceptible individuals
- Mild eye irritation potential
- Secondary amine could theoretically contribute to nitrosation
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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