4-AMINOBIPHENYL

What is it?

“4-Aminobiphenyl is an amine derivative of biphenyl. It has the chemical formula C12H11N.” – Wikipedia

What are the effects?

This substance belongs to the groups:

Carcinogens

Substances of Very High Concern

Contaminated

Read the facts

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) identifies that the substance “may cause cancer and is harmful if swallowed.”

The substance is on ECHA Candidate List of “Substances of very High Concern.”

4-Aminobiphenyl contains amines and may also form toxic nitrosamines in products.

Contamination

Even though it is not listed on the list of ingredients, products with 4-Aminobiphenyl may contain impurities from:

  • Nitrosamines –  Linked to endocrine disruption, cancer, organ system toxicity, and is prohibited to use in cosmetics in the EU and Canada.

How is it used?

4-Aminobiphenyl is mainly used in the production of dyes and pigments, most commonly for leather and textiles.

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