Chlorprothixene (INN) and its salts
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Chlorprothixene (inn) And Its Salts is a cosmetic ingredient. Raw material has significant toxicity. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Chlorprothixene is a typical antipsychotic of the thioxanthene class with potent dopamine D1 and D2 receptor antagonism. It is prohibited in cosmetic products under EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex II. Hazards include H301 (acute toxicity) and H336 (CNS effects). The inherent pharmacological activity of antipsychotic compounds makes cosmetic use completely inappropriate.
Known concerns
- Banned in EU cosmetic products (Annex II)
- Potent antipsychotic/neuroleptic activity
- CNS effects (H336)
- Acute toxicity (H301)
References
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.