Toluene
High ConcernAlso known as
toluenemethylbenzenephenylmethane
The concern
Solvent used in nail polishes and hair dyes. EWG rates it high concern for reproductive and developmental toxicity. Vapour inhalation during pregnancy linked to miscarriage and fetal developmental damage. EU restricts toluene in cosmetics.
What to look for on labels
This ingredient may appear under any of the following names or codes on product labels:
- Toluene
- toluene
- methylbenzene
- phenylmethane
Learn more
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View source: EWG / EU CommissionData sourced from IARC, FDA, EFSA, WHO and EWG public data. For informational purposes only. This does not constitute medical or legal advice.