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Chloroacetaldehyde

CAS 107-20-0
5

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

Chloroacetaldehyde is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Chloroacetaldehyde is a reactive aldehyde with severe acute toxicity (H301, H311, H330) and H351 (suspected carcinogen). Despite not appearing on the primary EU restriction lists in the visible data, its severe hazard profile (multiple H-statements including H314 severe burns, H226 flammable) and carcinogenic classification make it inappropriate for cosmetic use.

Known concerns

  • Suspected carcinogen (H351)
  • Acute toxicity (H301, H311, H330)
  • Skin corrosion (H314)
  • Flammable (H226)
  • Environmental toxicity (H400)

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.