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1-Methylamino-2- nitro-5-(2,3-dihydroxy-propyloxy)- benzene

CAS 80062-31-3
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

This nitro-substituted aromatic compound (HC Yellow No. 11 analog) is a direct hair dye used to add warm yellow shades. EU regulations strictly limit its concentration and intended use due to safety concerns.

Skin benefits

  • Provides yellow-brown tones in semi-permanent hair colorants
  • Effective at low concentrations as a direct dye

Known concerns

  • Nitro-aromatic hair dye with potential skin sensitization risk
  • EU restricts use in hair dye products with strict concentration limits
  • Possible mutagenicity flagged for nitroaniline-class dyes
  • Not for use in eyelash or eyebrow products

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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