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Ingredients/2,2'-Dihydroxy-3,3',5,5',6,6'-hexachlorodiphenylmethane (Hexachlorophene (INN))

2,2'-Dihydroxy-3,3',5,5',6,6'-hexachlorodiphenylmethane (Hexachlorophene (INN))CAS 70-30-4

EU CosIng Annex IIprohibited

Regulatory status

SourceStatusAnnex / DetailsLimit / ConditionsLast updated
EU CosIngprohibitedAnnex II

What this means

2,2'-Dihydroxy-3,3',5,5',6,6'-hexachlorodiphenylmethane (Hexachlorophene (INN)) has regulatory signals in EU CosIng. Review the source links above for the official conditions and latest updates.

Common questions

Is 2,2'-Dihydroxy-3,3',5,5',6,6'-hexachlorodiphenylmethane (Hexachlorophene (INN)) restricted in EU cosmetics?
2,2'-Dihydroxy-3,3',5,5',6,6'-hexachlorodiphenylmethane (Hexachlorophene (INN)) is prohibited in EU cosmetics according to EU CosIng Annex II.
What is the CAS number for 2,2'-Dihydroxy-3,3',5,5',6,6'-hexachlorodiphenylmethane (Hexachlorophene (INN))?
The CAS number for 2,2'-Dihydroxy-3,3',5,5',6,6'-hexachlorodiphenylmethane (Hexachlorophene (INN)) is 70-30-4.

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