2,4-DIAMINOPHENOL HCL

BannedCAS 137-09-79 regulations across 9 markets

2,4-DIAMINOPHENOL HCL is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Hair Dyeing. Also known as CAS 137-09-7. It is regulated in 9 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.

Also Known As

CAS Number
137-09-7

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom1
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil
South Korea1
Japan
Taiwan
Australia
Singapore
Malaysia
Thailand
Indonesia
Vietnam
Philippines
UAE1
Saudi Arabia1
Qatar1
Oman1
Kuwait1
Bahrain1
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

Europe2 regulations
European UnionBannedAnnex II #1338
Chemical name
1-Hydroxy-2,4-diaminobenzene (2,4-Diaminophenol) and its dihydrochloride salts (2,4-Diaminophenol HCl)
CAS
95-86-3 -- 137-09-7
Product type
hair dye products

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II

United KingdomBannedAnnex II #1338
Chemical name
1-Hydroxy-2,4-diaminobenzene (2,4-Diaminophenol) and its dihydrochloride salts (2,4-Diaminophenol HCl) when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS
95-86-3 / 137-09-7 (HCl)

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II

AmericasNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for 2,4-DIAMINOPHENOL HCL in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.

East Asia & Oceania1 regulation
South KoreaRestrictedAnnex restricted #M1357
Chemical name
2,4-Diaminophenol HCl
Conditions of use
* 배합한도 : ∙ 산화염모제에 0.02% ∙ 기타 제품에는 사용금지

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

ASEANNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for 2,4-DIAMINOPHENOL HCL in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.

GCC6 regulations
UAEBannedAnnex II #1338
Chemical name
1-Hydroxy-2,4-diaminobenzene (2,4-Diaminophenol) and its dihydrochloride salts (2,4-Diaminophenol HCl)
CAS
95-86-3 -- 137-09-7
Product type
hair dye products

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)

Saudi ArabiaBannedAnnex II #1338
Chemical name
1-Hydroxy-2,4-diaminobenzene (2,4-Diaminophenol) and its dihydrochloride salts (2,4-Diaminophenol HCl)
CAS
95-86-3 -- 137-09-7
Product type
hair dye products

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)

QatarBannedAnnex II #1338
Chemical name
1-Hydroxy-2,4-diaminobenzene (2,4-Diaminophenol) and its dihydrochloride salts (2,4-Diaminophenol HCl)
CAS
95-86-3 -- 137-09-7
Product type
hair dye products

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)

OmanBannedAnnex II #1338
Chemical name
1-Hydroxy-2,4-diaminobenzene (2,4-Diaminophenol) and its dihydrochloride salts (2,4-Diaminophenol HCl)
CAS
95-86-3 -- 137-09-7
Product type
hair dye products

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)

KuwaitBannedAnnex II #1338
Chemical name
1-Hydroxy-2,4-diaminobenzene (2,4-Diaminophenol) and its dihydrochloride salts (2,4-Diaminophenol HCl)
CAS
95-86-3 -- 137-09-7
Product type
hair dye products

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)

BahrainBannedAnnex II #1338
Chemical name
1-Hydroxy-2,4-diaminobenzene (2,4-Diaminophenol) and its dihydrochloride salts (2,4-Diaminophenol HCl)
CAS
95-86-3 -- 137-09-7
Product type
hair dye products

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)

EAEUNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for 2,4-DIAMINOPHENOL HCL in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 2,4-DIAMINOPHENOL HCL banned in any country?

Yes, 2,4-DIAMINOPHENOL HCL is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.

What are the restrictions on 2,4-DIAMINOPHENOL HCL in cosmetics?

2,4-DIAMINOPHENOL HCL is restricted or has conditions of use in South Korea. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.

Can I use 2,4-DIAMINOPHENOL HCL in cosmetics?

2,4-DIAMINOPHENOL HCL is regulated in 9 markets. It is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom. It has restrictions in South Korea. Use Formpli's free screening tool to check your full ingredient list against all 26 markets at once.

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This information is for reference only and does not constitute legal or regulatory advice. Regulations change — always verify with official sources and consult a regulatory specialist before exporting cosmetic products. Data sourced from EU COSING, US FDA, Health Canada, MHLW Japan, MFDS Korea, ASEAN ACD, GCC SFDA, TGA Australia, ANVISA Brazil, EAEU TR CU, and Taiwan TFDA.