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TETRAHYDRO-4-METHYLQUINOLINE
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A tetrahydroquinoline derivative, mostly used as a chemical intermediate. The quinoline class has carcinogenic/mutagenic flags, making cosmetic suitability questionable.
Function
Skin benefits
- Possible hair-dye intermediate
- Trace use only
Known concerns
- Quinoline-class compounds raise carcinogen/mutagen concerns
- Potential skin sensitizer
- Limited approval for cosmetic use
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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