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(Methyl-ONN-azoxy)methyl acetate

CAS 592-62-1
5

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

A genotoxic carcinogen and experimental pesticide residue that is banned from cosmetic use in the EU due to proven DNA damage and cancer risk.

Methylazoxymethanol acetate is a genotoxic carcinogen that causes DNA crosslinking and mutations. It is classified by IARC as Group 2A (probable human carcinogen) and carries EU hazard statements H350 (may cause cancer) and H360D (may damage the unborn child). The substance is listed in EU Annex II/598 and is prohibited from use in cosmetic products entirely.

Known concerns

  • Genotoxic carcinogen (IARC Group 2A)
  • DNA damage and mutation induction
  • Reproductive toxicity (H360D)
  • Banned in EU cosmetics (Annex II/598)
  • Experimental pesticide degradation product

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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