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METHENAMINE

CAS 100-97-0
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A preservative that releases formaldehyde to prevent microbial growth.

Methenamine is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulation.

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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