o-phenylphenate, sodium
Severity 8/10cosmetic ingredient
Is o-phenylphenate, sodium safe?
o-phenylphenate, sodium carries significant published concerns (cancer concern, irritation, environmental impact).
Documented concerns
Cancer concern
8/10Classified by IARC Group 2B; California Prop 65 (cancer).
Irritation
8/10Classified by EU CLP Skin Irrit. 2; EU CLP Eye Dam. 1.
Environmental impact
8/10Classified by EU CLP Aquatic Acute 1.
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