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PUTRESCINE HCL

CAS 333-93-7
52

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

Putrescine HCL is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Putrescine (1,4-diaminobutane) is a naturally occurring polyamine involved in cellular processes. As a cosmetic ingredient, it has hazard classifications for skin irritation (H315), eye irritation (H319), and respiratory irritation (H335) according to GHS. At low concentrations in well-formulated products, these risks are mitigated. Not listed on EU Annex II (prohibited substances) or Annex III (restricted substances).

Skin benefits

  • May support skin barrier function at low concentrations
  • Used in anti-aging formulations

Known concerns

  • Skin irritation (H315)
  • Eye irritation (H319)
  • Respiratory irritation (H335)
  • Must be used at non-irritating concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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