Pharmaceutical (non-cosmetic)
clenbuterol
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Clenbuterol is a prescription beta-2 agonist pharmaceutical, not a legitimate cosmetic ingredient. It is banned for human use in several jurisdictions and carries acute toxicity and reproductive hazard flags.
Skin benefits
- Pharmaceutical beta-2 agonist used clinically as a bronchodilator in some countries
- Has no legitimate role as a cosmetic ingredient
Known concerns
- PubChem GHS lists H301 toxic if swallowed and H331 toxic if inhaled
- H361 suspected reproductive toxicant and H372/H373 organ damage flags
- Acute toxicity, irritant and health-hazard pictograms with Danger signal word
- Banned for human use in the US and not authorised in EU food production
- On the WADA prohibited list and not an approved cosmetic ingredient
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, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.