Cinchophen (INN), its salts, derivatives and salts of these derivatives
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Cinchophen and its derivatives are listed in Annex II of EU Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. This pharmaceutical compound was withdrawn from medicinal use due to serious adverse effects including acute liver toxicity and blood disorders. Its use in cosmetic products is expressly prohibited regardless of concentration or product type.
Known concerns
- Prohibited in EU cosmetics (Annex II)
- Severe hepatotoxicity
- Associated with agranulocytosis
- Drug substance with no safety profile for cosmetic use
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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