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etonitazene
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Etonitazene is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Its specific function may vary between products. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Etonitazene is a synthetic benzylimidazole derivative with potent opioid receptor agonist activity, structurally related to the nitazene family of novel psychoactive substances. It is not listed in the EU CosIng database for cosmetic ingredients, and its use in cosmetic formulations is prohibited under general product safety regulations due to its pharmacological activity as a controlled substance.
Known concerns
- Pharmacological opioid activity with high abuse potential
- Not approved for cosmetic or topical use
- Controlled substance status globally
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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