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Corrosive amine (industrial)

DIISOPROPYLAMINE

CAS 108-18-9
10

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

Diisopropylamine is a corrosive, highly flammable secondary amine used in industrial chemistry; it is not approved as a cosmetic ingredient because of severe skin burns, eye damage and acute toxicity hazards.

Function

BUFFERING

Skin benefits

  • Industrial use as a strong organic base and amine intermediate
  • Not intended for direct cosmetic application

Known concerns

  • Highly flammable liquid and vapour (GHS Flam. Liq. 2)
  • Causes severe skin burns and eye damage (GHS Skin Corr. 1B)
  • Toxic if swallowed and harmful in contact with skin
  • Volatile amine with respiratory and dermal irritation hazards

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, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.