Skip to content

Banned Substance

Resorcinol diglycidyl ether

CAS 101-90-6 Updated
12

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

An industrial epoxy crosslinker, classified as a possible human carcinogen and a strong skin sensitizer. It is severely restricted in the EU and has no place in cosmetic formulations.

Skin benefits

  • No legitimate cosmetic benefit

Known concerns

  • IARC Group 2B possible human carcinogen
  • Strong skin and respiratory sensitizer
  • Mutagenic in standard assays
  • Severely restricted in EU and not used in cosmetics

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related banned substances

12
PALLADIUM
Banned Substance
 12
Sulfadiazine sodium
Banned Substance
 12
Yohimbine and its salts
Banned Substance
 12
trans-2-Hexenal dimethyl acetal, when used as a fragrance ingredient
Banned Substance
 10
1-Cyclopropyl-6,7-difluoro-1,4-dihydro-4-oxoquinoline-3-carboxylic acid
Banned Substance
 10
Ethanol, 2,2′-[[3- methyl-4-[(E)-(4- nitrophenyl)azo] phenyl]imino]bis-
Banned Substance
 10
Hexahydrocoumarin, when used as a fragrance ingredient
Banned Substance
 10
METHYLROSANILINIUM CHLORIDE
Banned Substance

Check your shelf

Find Resorcinol diglycidyl ether in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains Resorcinol diglycidyl ether and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.