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Banned Substance

Emetine, its salts and derivatives

CAS 483-18-1 Updated
3

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

Emetine is a cardiotoxic ipecac alkaloid used historically to induce vomiting. Listed in EU Annex II — never appropriate for cosmetic use.

Skin benefits

  • Historical pharmaceutical use as antiprotozoal and emetic

Known concerns

  • EU Annex II banned in cosmetics
  • Cardiotoxic alkaloid
  • Strong emetic — not for topical use
  • Pharmaceutical-only substance

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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