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PHLOROGLUCINOL

CAS 108-73-6
8

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

A phenolic compound BANNED in EU cosmetics under Annex II — classified as a suspected mutagen. Used in pharma applications (antispasmodic Spasfon) but not permitted for any cosmetic use.

Skin benefits

  • Has pharmaceutical antispasmodic use
  • Strong antioxidant phenolic

Known concerns

  • Banned in EU cosmetics under Annex II
  • Classified as suspected mutagen/genotoxic
  • Not permitted for any cosmetic use
  • Carries multiple GHS hazards

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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