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Xylidines, their isomers, salts and halogenated and sulphonated derivatives
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Xylidines (dimethylanilines) and their derivatives — aromatic amines used as dye and pesticide intermediates. Banned from EU cosmetics under Annex II.
Skin benefits
- No cosmetic use (industrial intermediate)
Known concerns
- EU Annex II banned in cosmetics
- Aromatic amines linked to bladder cancer
- Methemoglobinemia risk
- Skin sensitizers
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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