6-(2-Chloroethyl)-6-(2-methoxyethoxy)-2,5,7,10-tetraoxa-6-silaundecane

Other

3

Avoid

CAS Number: 37894-46-5

About 6-(2-Chloroethyl)-6-(2-methoxyethoxy)-2,5,7,10-tetraoxa-6-silaundecane

A chloroethyl-containing silane compound banned in cosmetics — may damage the unborn child.

Detailed Analysis

An organosilicon compound containing a chloroethyl group, classified H360D (may damage the unborn child), H302 (harmful if swallowed), and H373 (may cause organ damage through repeated exposure). The 2-chloroethyl moiety is an alkylating group associated with genotoxicity. Prohibited under EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex II.

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ EU Annex II banned substance
  • ⚠ Reproductive toxicant — may damage unborn child (H360D)
  • ⚠ Harmful if swallowed
  • ⚠ Chronic organ toxicity
  • ⚠ Contains alkylating chloroethyl group

Safety Score

3

Avoid

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

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