Toxin Group
Name |
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Ingredients (to name few, but not all) |
Comments |
EU Regulation Link(s) |
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| Parabens |
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Benzylparaben |
Certain Parabens have been linked to endocrine disruption. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=74496 |
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Butylparaben |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=31734 |
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Calcium Paraben |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32338 |
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Hexamidine Diparaben |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=56372 |
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Isobutylparaben |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=34612 |
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| Phthalates |
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Benzylbutyl Phthalate |
Certain Phthalates have been linked to endocrine disruption. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=29372 |
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Dibutyl Phthalate |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=84488 |
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Dicyclohexyl Phthalate |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=98559 |
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Diethylhexyl Phthalate |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=84561 |
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Diisohexyl Phthalate |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=99284 |
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| Sulfates |
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Mipa-Laureth Sulfate |
Sulfates present a potential hazard to human health due to unavoidable contamination with the chemical 1,4-dioxane, which is classified as a carcinogen. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=76978 |
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N,N-Bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)- P-Phenylenediamine Sulfate |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=57209 |
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Toluene-2,5-Diamine Sulfate |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=38636 |
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Tipa-Laureth Sulfate |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=38614 |
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P-Phenylenediamine Sulphate |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=37251 |
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| Triclosan and Triclocarban |
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Triclosan |
These ingredients are antibacterials used in personal care and home-cleaning products. They’re persistent in the environment and may be associated with hormonal disruption. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=38663 |
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Triclocarban |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=38662 |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdff |
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| Hydroquinone |
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Hydroquinone |
Typically used for skin lightening, it inhibits melanin synthesis, causes skin irritation, and may cause discoloration of the skin. Hydroquinone is a metabolite of the carcinogenic chemical Benzene. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=76687 |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
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| Ethanolamines |
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Triethanolamine |
Ethanolamines are unavoidably contaminated with other chemicals like Nitrosamines, which are linked to cancer. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=38702 |
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Tea-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=80634 |
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Cocamide Dea |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32918 |
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Ethanolamine |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=33796 |
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Diethanolamine |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=84555 |
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| Ethoxylated Ingredients |
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Laureth-9 |
These ingredients are synthetically produced using Ethylene Oxide, a carcinogen. 1,4-Dioxane, another carcinogen, often contaminates Ethoxylated ingredients. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=92922 |
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Dea-Oleth-10 Phosphate |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=33151 |
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Dea-Oleth-5 Phosphate |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=33154 |
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Ethylene Oxide |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=28401 |
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| Resorcinol |
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Resorcinol |
Usually used in hair dyes, Resorcinol is linked to a host of issues including allergies, irritation, and hormonal disruption. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=79461 |
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| Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone |
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Methylchloroisothiazolinone |
These ingredients can cause skin sensitization and irritation, and may be toxic to the nervous system. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=35333 |
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Methylisothiazolinone |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=35341 |
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| Cyclic Silicones |
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Cyclotetrasiloxane |
Some of these chemicals may have reproductive, developmental toxicity
and/or endocrine disruption concerns. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=33104 |
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| EDTA compounds |
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Tea-Edta |
These ingredients might be a problem for aquatic life since they don't break down in the environment, and have been increasingly found in waterways. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=38498 |
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| Toluene |
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Toluene |
A solvent that is toxic to the immune system, may cause birth defects. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=80281 |
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| Nitromusks |
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Tonalide |
These ingreidents are suspected to be an endocrine disruptors. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=31581 |
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Moskene |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=28769 |
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Musk Ambrette |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=28760 |
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Musk Ketone |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=35408 |
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Musk Xylene |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=56999 |
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| Coal Tar |
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Coal Tar |
Coal tar has been associated with various types of cancer in humans. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=84505 |
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| Carbon Black |
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Carbon black |
Carbon black is a pigment that can be found in eyeliner, mascara, and lipstick formulas, and has a high risk of contamination with polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons which are known carcinogens. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20IV_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=30536 |
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| Formaldehyde and Formaldehyde reliasers |
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2-Bromo-2-Nitropropane-1,3-Diol |
Formaldehyde is a known irritant and carcinogen. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=31492 |
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Benzylhemiformal |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32161 |
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Diazolidinyl Urea |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=33218 |
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Dmdm Hydantoin |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=33723 |
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Formaldehyde |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=33948 |
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Glyoxal |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=34157 |
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Quaternium-15 |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=37406 |
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| Mercury and Mercury compounds |
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Mercury |
Mercury and its related compounds have proven reproductive and developmental, and nervous system toxicity. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=87983 |
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Dimercury dichloride |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=82150 |
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Mercuric chloride |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=84293&back=1 |
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Mercuric oxide |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=84965 |
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Chloromethylmercury |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=99278 |
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| Acrylamide |
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Acrylamide |
Acrylamides are used to produce polyacrylamides in cosmetics. Polyacrylamide ingredients may contain small amounts of unreacted acrylamide, which is associated with cancer. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=95284 |
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Acrylamide/Ammonium Acrylate Copolymer |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=54257 |
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Acrylamide/Sodium Acrylate Copolymer |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=31644 |
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Allyl Heptanoate |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=41339 |
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Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=39665 |
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Polyacrylamide |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=36687 |
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| Styrene |
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Styrene |
Styrene and its related compounds may be contaminated with styrene monomer which is associated with cancer. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=41112 |
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Styrene Oxide |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=95931 |
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Deastyrene/Acrylates/Dvbcopolymer |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=33155 |
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| Acrylates |
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2-Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate |
The class of acrylates has been linked to cancer. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=98852 |
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AMP-Acrylates Copolymer |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=74436 |
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Ethyl Acrylate |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=55990 |
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Glycidyl Methacrylate |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=97773 |
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2-methoxyethyl acrylate |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=100282 |
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| Chemical Sunscreens |
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Avobenzone |
Chemical sunscreens have been linked to hormonal disruption, as well as to ocean pollution. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20VI_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=31713 |
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Benzylidene Camphor |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=31514 |
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Homosalate |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20VI_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=34299 |
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MEXORYL SX |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20VI_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=38544 |
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Octisalate |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20VI_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=28825 |
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Octinoxate |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20VI_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=28816 |
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| Petrolatum |
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Petrolatum |
The concerns with these ingredients are unsustainable sourcing and possible PAH contamination. PAH (which stands for Polyaromatic Hydrocarbons) are linked to cancer. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=79504 |
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| Aluminum Salts |
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Aluminum Zirconium Octachlorohydrate |
Aluminum salts are found in antiperspirants. Although aluminum is less likely to be absorbed by the skin, consumers with kidneys functioning at 30% or less (stage 4 or 5 chronic kidney disease) are advised to consult a physician before using such products.
Aluminum salts have recently been under investigation by the European Commission. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=31815 |
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Aluminum Zirconium Pentachlorohydrate |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=31817 |
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Aluminum Zirconium Tetrachlorohydrate |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=31819 |
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Aluminum Zirconium Trichlorohydrate |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=31823 |
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Aluminum Zirconium Pentachlorohydrate Gly |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=31818 |
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Aluminum Laccate |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=85070 |
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| Talc |
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Talc |
Talc presents a potential asbestos contamination hazard. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=38438 |
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| Phenoxyethanol |
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Phenoxyethanol |
Phenoxyethanol has been observed to sensitize the skin to allergens. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=36522 |
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| Nanoparticles |
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Silver (Nano) |
Nanoparticles are regulated due to the inhallation hazards they present in certain product categories. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20IV_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=91080 |
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Titanium Dioxide (Nano) |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20VI_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=94692 |
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Zinc Oxide (Nano) |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20VI_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=94690 |
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Tris-Biphenyl Triazine (Nano) |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20VI_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=92333 |
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Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (Nano) |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20VI_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=96274 |
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| Lead and Lead compounds |
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Lead |
Lead compounds can be intentionally added in a cosmetic product or they can be present as contaminants. The critical health effects include long-term effects in reproductive and developmental toxicity, carcinogegenicity and mutagenicity. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=29454 |
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Lead Acetate |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=80813 |
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Lead alkyls |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=80946 |
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Lead Chromate |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=80941 |
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Lead diazide |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=80944 |
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| Heavy Metals |
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Arsenic |
Heavy metals can be found in products as contaminants and are linked to cancer. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=28880 |
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Cadmium |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=80919 |
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Chromium |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=28933 |
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Cobalt |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=99275 |
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Nickel |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=30120 |
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| Quaternary Ammonium Compound |
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Ambenonium Chloride |
This class of chemicals causes skin and eye irritation, and is toxic to aquatic life. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=81366 |
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Behentrimonium Chloride |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32112 |
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Benzalkonium Bromide |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32127 |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdff |
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Benzalkonium Chloride |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32129 |
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|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
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BENZALKONIUM SACCHARINATE |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32130 |
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https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
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| Carmine |
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Carmine |
Carmine is usually animal derived, and as such it does not align with EU policies. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20IV_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=30525 |
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| Allergenic Fragrance |
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Amyl Cinnamal |
These substances are likely to cause allergic reactions and are percent concentration restricted. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=31923 |
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Anise Alcohol |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=74308 |
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Benzyl Alcohol |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32153 |
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|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
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Benzyl Benzoate |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32154 |
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Cinnamal |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32846 |
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| Miscellaneous Preservatives |
|
CALCIUM BENZOATE |
The EU regulations provide category-specific guidelines and percent cutoffs for most preservatives |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32313 |
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|
Benzoic acid |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32134 |
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PROPIONIC ACID |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=37261 |
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CALCIUM SALICYLATE |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32344 |
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|
Biphenyl-2-ol |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=28130 |
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PHENYL MERCURIC BROMIDE |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=59212 |
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| Colorants |
|
CI 10006 |
Colorants vary in their toxicity depending on the identity of the substance. Colorants can be grouped in either synthetic colorants or natural colorants. Synthetic colorants are regulated due to their potential impurities. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20IV_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32694 |
|
|
CI 12085 |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20IV_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32702 |
|
|
CI 15630 |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20IV_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32718 |
|
|
CI 18820 |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20IV_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32735 |
|
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CI 24790 |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20IV_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32743 |
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| Hair Dyes |
|
2.3-NAPHTHALENEDIOL |
Hair dyes may cause skin irritation, and are restricted for use outside of the hair colorant category. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=41693 |
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ACID RED 73 |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=41712 |
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4-HYDROXYINDOLE |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=41702 |
|
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Dihydroxyacetone |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=75563 |
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ACID ORANGE 7 |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=31620 |
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| Antimicrobial agents |
|
Zinc Borate |
The antimicrobial agents may vary in their toxicity depending on the nature of the substance. Some ingredients are skin irritants. Some are classified as reproductive toxicant. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=38952 |
|
|
Benzethonium Chloride |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32132 |
|
|
CLIMBAZOLE |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32909 |
|
|
Chlorhexidine |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32657 |
|
|
Boric Acid |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=97931 |
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|
| Antibacterials agents |
|
Chlorhexidine Digluconate |
The antimicrobial agents may vary in their toxicity depending on the nature of the substance. Some ingredients are skin sensitizer. Some can be skin and eye irritants. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32659 |
|
|
Chloroxylenol |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20V_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=32666 |
|
|
Zinc Phenolsulfonate |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20III_v2.pdff |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=38973 |
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| Methyl Cellosolve |
|
Methyl Cellosolve |
This ingredient can cause skin irritation and may have negative effects on the central nervous system, blood, bone marrow, kidneys and liver. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=96276 |
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| Miscellaneous Carcinogens |
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Epichlorohydrin |
Each of these chemicals has been linked to human cancer. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=95275 |
|
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Ethylene Dichloride |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=84569 |
|
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Aldrin |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=30084 |
|
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Dieldrin |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=30105 |
|
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Carbadox |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=29202 |
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| Carcinogenic, Mutagenic, Reprotoxic (CMR) |
|
Nickel dicyanide |
These are classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic, and reproductive toxicant. |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=87878 |
|
|
O-isobutyl-N-ethoxy carbonylthiocarbamate |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=87847 |
|
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Quinoline |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=87959 |
|
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Oxadiargyl |
|
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/pdf/COSING_Annex%20II_v2.pdf |
https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2&id=29419 |
