2,6-dimethylaniline (2,6-xylidine)
Severity 8/10cosmetic ingredient
Is 2,6-dimethylaniline (2,6-xylidine) safe?
2,6-dimethylaniline (2,6-xylidine) carries significant published concerns (cancer concern, irritation, environmental impact).
Documented concerns
Cancer concern
8/10Classified by IARC Group 2B; EU CLP Carc. 2.
Irritation
8/10Classified by EU CLP Skin Irrit. 2.
Environmental impact
8/10Classified by EU CLP Aquatic Chronic 2.
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