Fact Sheet: 5-Bromo-5-Nitro-1,3-Dioxane (Bronidox)

INCI name: 5-Bromo-5-Nitro-1,3-Dioxane.

Function: Preservative.

Origin: Synthetic.

Concentration allowed by European regulations : Up to 0.1% in finished rinse-off cosmetic products.

Where to find it / them? : Shower gels, conditioners, shampoos, body scrubs, hair masks.

Risks to health: Potential allergen, potential skin irritant, suspected carcinogen (formaldehyde releaser).

Risks to the environment : /

More information : Not permitted in leave-on products. Can be used alone or in combination with methylisothiazolinone.