Banned in EU

Toluene Diisocyanate

A cosmetic ingredient used as not reported in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

m-tolylidene diisocyanate [1]; 4-methyl-m-phenylene diisocyanate [2]; 2-methyl-m-phenylene diisocyanate [3]

What does it do?

Toluene Diisocyanate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Not reported

    function not declared in the EU CosIng database — the substance is approved for cosmetic use, but no specific role has been categorised

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

Toluene Diisocyanate is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1119), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.

Classification: CMR2II/1118, ,

Frequently asked questions

What is Toluene Diisocyanate?

Toluene Diisocyanate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. m-tolylidene diisocyanate [1]; 4-methyl-m-phenylene diisocyanate [2]; 2-methyl-m-phenylene diisocyanate [3]

Is Toluene Diisocyanate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Toluene Diisocyanate is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Toluene Diisocyanate do in cosmetic products?

Toluene Diisocyanate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: not reported.

What is the CAS number of Toluene Diisocyanate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Toluene Diisocyanate is 26471-62-5 [1] / 584-84-9 [2] / 91-08-7 [3].

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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: 19/09/2018