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Tris[2-chloro-1-(chloromethyl)ethyl] phosphate

CAS 13674-87-8
22

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

Tris[2-chloro-1-(chloromethyl)ethyl] Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Tris[2-chloro-1-(chloromethyl)ethyl] phosphate (also known as TDCPP or Tris(1,3-dichloro-2-propyl) phosphate) is a chlorinated phosphate ester primarily used as a flame retardant in furniture, plastics, and electronics. It carries H351 (suspected of causing cancer), H410 (very toxic to aquatic life), and H411 (toxic to aquatic life) classifications. Under EU Regulation 1223/2009, ingredients classified as carcinogenic category 1B are prohibited from cosmetic products (Annex II). The ingredient is also on REACH SVHC (Substances of Very High Concern) list. Cosmetic use is banned; any detected presence would constitute a regulatory violation.

Known concerns

  • Suspected carcinogen (H351) - EU Annex II banned for cosmetics
  • Very toxic to aquatic life (H410) - environmental hazard
  • On REACH SVHC list - authorization required for industrial use
  • Neurodevelopmental concern in children from exposure

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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