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Thiuram monosulphides

CAS 97-74-5
22

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

Thiuram Monosulphides is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Thiuram monosulphides are a class of dithiocarbamate compounds used primarily as accelerators in rubber vulcanisation. Under EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex III, they are restricted to below 0.1% as a constituent of substances or mixtures. They are well-documented skin sensitisers (H317) and present environmental hazards (H411, H400, H410) as aquatic toxicants.

Known concerns

  • Restricted in EU cosmetics (Annex III, <0.1%)
  • Known skin sensitiser (H317)
  • Aquatic toxicant (H411, H400, H410)
  • Environmental hazard
  • Multiple hazard statements (H302, H315, H319, H341, H373)

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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