Industrial epoxide crosslinker (TGIC)
N,N',N''-Tris(2-methyl-2,3-epoxypropyl)-perhydro-2,4,6-oxo-1,3,5-triazine
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
TGIC is an industrial epoxy crosslinker classified as a mutagen and reproductive toxicant in the EU. It is banned from cosmetic products and should never appear in skincare or personal care formulations.
Skin benefits
- Industrial crosslinker for powder coatings
- Provides thermal resistance in resins
- Used outside cosmetics in electronics encapsulation
Known concerns
- Classified as mutagen Category 1B (suspected human mutagen)
- Reproductive toxicant Category 2
- Strong skin sensitizer with H317 hazard
- Banned from EU cosmetics under Annex II (CMR substance)
- No legitimate cosmetic use case
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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