N-BENZYL-4-METHYL-O-PHENYLENEDIAMINE
Conditioning Agent
Moderate
CAS Number: 39235-93-3
About N-BENZYL-4-METHYL-O-PHENYLENEDIAMINE
A phenylenediamine derivative — these compounds are well-known contact sensitizers commonly found in hair dyes.
Detailed Analysis
N-Benzyl-4-Methyl-o-Phenylenediamine is a substituted phenylenediamine, a class of aromatic amines widely used in oxidative hair dyeing. Phenylenediamines are among the most common causes of contact dermatitis from cosmetics. While no GHS hazards are specifically listed for this derivative and no EU restrictions appear, the phenylenediamine class carries significant sensitization risk and some members are suspected carcinogens.
What It Does
Known Concerns
- ⚠ Phenylenediamine class — strong contact sensitizer
- ⚠ Aromatic amine — potential mutagenicity concerns
- ⚠ Common cause of allergic contact dermatitis
Safety Score
Moderate
Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.
References
EU CosIng Database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry
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