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Banned Substance

Biphenyl-2-ylamine

CAS 90-41-5
2

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

An aromatic amine (2-aminobiphenyl) historically linked to bladder cancer in dye-industry workers. EU Annex II bans its use in cosmetics. Strong red-flag carcinogen.

Skin benefits

  • Not applicable — banned in cosmetics

Known concerns

  • EU Annex II banned
  • Suspected human bladder carcinogen
  • Mutagenic
  • Toxic if swallowed

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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