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Quick answer: Both score equally on our risk model. p-Phenylenediamine is restricted in the EU and allowed in the US; Toluene is restricted in the EU and allowed in the US.
| Property | p-Phenylenediamine | Toluene |
|---|---|---|
| EU status | Restricted | Restricted |
| US status | Allowed | Allowed |
| Risk level | high | high |
| Banned in | — | — |
| Restricted in | European Union | European Union |
| Category | cmr | cmr |
| Where it hides | permanent hair dye, black henna tattoos | nail polish, nail treatment |
p-Phenylenediamine is a primary intermediate in permanent hair dye.
Toluene (Toluene) is a solvent in nail products.
p-Phenylenediamine: A potent allergen and sensitizer. Strictly concentration-limited in the EU; less tightly controlled in the US.
Toluene: A reproductive toxicant and neurotoxin; the EU restricts it in cosmetics.
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