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Mefeclorazine (INN) and its salts
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Mefeclorazine (INN) and its salts is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Its specific function may vary between products. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Mefeclorazine is an International Nonproprietary Name (INN) designated phenothiazine derivative with neuroleptic (tranquilizer) properties. The INN designation confirms its status as a recognized pharmaceutical substance. Phenothiazine derivatives have effects on the central nervous system and are classified as pharmacologically active substances. Under EU Cosmetics Regulation, such substances are prohibited from cosmetic use as they are not intended to act merely on the skin structure but rather have systemic drug-like effects.
Known concerns
- Pharmaceutical neuroleptic substance
- CNS-active pharmacologic effects
- Prohibited in cosmetic formulations under EU regulations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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