Antimicrobial
ZINC DIBUTYLDITHIOCARBAMATE
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An industrial dithiocarbamate used in rubber and as a biocide. Documented skin sensitizer and aquatic toxicant — not a fit for skin-contact cosmetics.
Function
Skin benefits
- Industrial preservative/biocide use
- Antioxidant in rubber
Known concerns
- GHS H317: skin sensitizer
- GHS H315/H319: skin and eye irritant
- GHS H410: very toxic to aquatic life
- Not appropriate for cosmetic skin contact
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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