Description
2,2',6,6'-tetrabromo-4,4'-isopropylidenediphenol; tetrabromobisphenol-A is a brominated organic compound belonging to the family of halogenated bisphenols, characterized by a biphenolic structure substituted with four bromine atoms in the ortho positions relative to the hydroxyl groups.
Under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products of the European Union, this substance is listed in Annex II, reference 1732. Annex II corresponds to the list of substances whose use is prohibited in the composition of cosmetic products marketed in the territory of the European Union. The listing in this annex means that the substance cannot form part, intentionally, of the formulation of any finished cosmetic product, regardless of product category, concentration or conditions of use. No maximum concentration restrictions, additional specific labelling warnings or particular associated conditions are established, since the prohibition is general for all categories of products covered by the Regulation.
The compounds included in Annex II of the European cosmetics regulation share the regulatory status of substances not admitted in cosmetic formulations within the European Union market, regardless of the uses they may have in other industrial or chemical sectors. The information presented is for technical reference only and does not constitute a recommendation for use or an efficacy claim.