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TERT-BUTYLHYDROQUINONE DIMETHYLETHER

CAS 21112-37-8
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

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Tert-butylhydroquinone Dimethylether is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

TERT-BUTYLHYDROQUINONE DIMETHYLETHER is a hydroquinone derivative subject to EU Annex III (part 3) restrictions in cosmetic products. It is a skin and eye irritant (H315, H319) and an environmental hazard (H411). Hydroquinone derivatives are under ongoing SCCS review due to potential for depigmentation and cumulative toxicity with repeated exposure.

Known concerns

  • Skin irritant (H315)
  • Eye irritant (H319)
  • Toxic to aquatic life (H411)
  • EU Annex III restricted
  • Potential for depigmentation with repeated skin exposure

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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