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Phenol, 3-amino-2,6- dimethyl

CAS 6994-64-5
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

Phenol, 3-amino-2,6- Dimethyl is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

This dimethylaminophenol carries H302 (acute oral toxicity) and H373 (target organ toxicity) statements, indicating potential neurotoxicological effects with repeated exposure. It is not listed in EU cosmetic Annexes but is not confirmed as authorized for cosmetic use, raising concern under general product safety Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.

Known concerns

  • Acute oral toxicity (H302)
  • Target organ toxicity (H373) — potential neurotoxicity
  • Not confirmed as EU-authorized cosmetic ingredient
  • Lack of comprehensive safety assessment

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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