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Hair dye intermediate

M-DIMETHYLAMINOPHENYL UREA

CAS 26455-21-0
40

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

m-Dimethylaminophenyl urea is an aromatic amine urea historically used as a hair dye intermediate. Limited public safety data and its aniline structure suggest cautious treatment within EU hair dye review.

Skin benefits

  • Used historically as hair dye intermediate
  • Provides specific shade development in oxidative systems
  • Urea linkage moderates reactivity of aniline core

Known concerns

  • Aromatic amine derivative with potential sensitization
  • Limited public safety data in cosmetic applications
  • Subject to scrutiny under EU hair dye review
  • Cross-reactivity with related aminophenyl compounds possible

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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