2-Cyanomethyl Benzimidazole
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair dyeing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1H-Benzimidazole-2-acetonitrile
What does it do?
2-Cyanomethyl Benzimidazole is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair dyeing
colours hair, either by depositing pigment on the surface or by chemically altering the hair's natural pigment
EU regulatory status
2-Cyanomethyl Benzimidazole is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Cyanomethyl Benzimidazole?
2-Cyanomethyl Benzimidazole is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1H-Benzimidazole-2-acetonitrile
Is 2-Cyanomethyl Benzimidazole allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. 2-Cyanomethyl Benzimidazole is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does 2-Cyanomethyl Benzimidazole do in cosmetic products?
2-Cyanomethyl Benzimidazole is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair dyeing.
What is the CAS number of 2-Cyanomethyl Benzimidazole?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for 2-Cyanomethyl Benzimidazole is 4414-88-4.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 30/04/2020