2,6-DIHYDROXYETHYLAMINOTOLUENE

RestrictedCAS 149330-25-635 regulations across 21 markets

2,6-DIHYDROXYETHYLAMINOTOLUENE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Hair Dyeing. Also known as CAS 149330-25-6. It is regulated in 21 markets including UAE, Armenia, Bahrain.

Also Known As

CAS Number
149330-25-6

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union2
United Kingdom2
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil
South Korea1
Japan
Taiwan1
Australia
Singapore2
Malaysia2
Thailand2
Indonesia2
Vietnam2
Philippines2
UAE2
Saudi Arabia2
Qatar2
Oman2
Kuwait2
Bahrain2
Russia1
Belarus1
Kazakhstan1
Armenia1
Kyrgyzstan1

Detailed Regulations

Europe4 regulations
European UnionRestrictedAnnex III #9
Chemical name
Methylphenylenediamines, their N-substituted derivatives and their salts (1) with the exception of the substance under reference number 9a in this annex and substances under reference numbers 364, 1310 and 1313 in Annex II
CAS
149330-25-6
Max concentration
(a) General use (b) Professional use For (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 5 % calculated as free base
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
(a) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “ Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, — you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, — you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past. Contains phenylenediamines (toluenediamines). Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows.” (b) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “For professional use only Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and dama

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III

European UnionRestrictedAnnex III #9b
Chemical name
1-Methyl-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene
CAS
149330-25-6
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
As from 3 March 2018, to be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: —you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, —you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, —you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past”.’
Other conditions
As from 3 September 2017, after mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 % —Do not use with nitrosating agents —Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg —Keep in nitrite-free containers

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #9
Chemical name
Methylphenylenediamines, their N- substituted derivatives and their salts , with the exception of the substance listed under reference numbers 9 a and 9 b of this Annex and the substances listed under reference numbers 364, 413, 1144, 1310, 1313 and 1507 of Annex II
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary “ black henna ” tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, you have experienced a reaction to a temporary “ black henna ” tattoo in the past. Contains phenylenediamines (toluenediamines). Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows. Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions.
Other conditions
General use

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #9b
Chemical name
1-Methyl-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene
CAS
149330-25-6
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
As from 3 March 2018 , to be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary “ black henna ” tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, you have experienced a reaction to a temporary “ black henna ” tattoo in the past .
Other conditions
As from 3 September 2017 , after mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 % Do not use with nitrosating agents Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg Keep in nitrite-free containers

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

AmericasNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for 2,6-DIHYDROXYETHYLAMINOTOLUENE in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.

East Asia & Oceania2 regulations
South KoreaRestrictedAnnex restricted #M410
Chemical name
2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

TaiwanRestrictedAnnex Restricted Ingredients List #126
Chemical name
1-Methyl-2,6-bis(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene
CAS
149330-25-6
Max concentration
1%
Product type
Oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
Prohibited to use with nitrosating agents; Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 mg/kg(ppb); Must be stored in a nitrite free container.

Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations

ASEAN12 regulations
SingaporeRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #9
Chemical name
Methylphenylenediamines, their N-substituted derivatives and their salts (1) with the exception of the substances under reference numbers 9a and 9b in this Annex and substances under reference numbers 364, 1310 and 1313 in Annex II
Max concentration
After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 5 %calculated as free base The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or l
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. 'Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16.

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

SingaporeRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #9b
Chemical name
1-Methyl-2,6-bis- (2- hydroxyethylamino)-benzene / 2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene
CAS
149330-25-6
Max concentration
After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1% The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text. • Do not us
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. 'Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary 'black henna' tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: - you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, - you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, - you have experienced a reaction to a temporary 'black henna' tattoo in the past. Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows.'

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

MalaysiaRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #9
Chemical name
Methylphenylenediamines, their N-substituted derivatives and their salts (1) with the exception of the substances under reference numbers 9a and 9b in this Annex and substances under reference numbers 364, 1310 and 1313 in Annex II
Max concentration
After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 5 %calculated as free base The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or l
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. 'Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16.

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

MalaysiaRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #9b
Chemical name
1-Methyl-2,6-bis- (2- hydroxyethylamino)-benzene / 2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene
CAS
149330-25-6
Max concentration
After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1% The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text. • Do not us
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. 'Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary 'black henna' tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: - you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, - you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, - you have experienced a reaction to a temporary 'black henna' tattoo in the past. Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows.'

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

ThailandRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #9
Chemical name
Methylphenylenediamines, their N-substituted derivatives and their salts (1) with the exception of the substances under reference numbers 9a and 9b in this Annex and substances under reference numbers 364, 1310 and 1313 in Annex II
Max concentration
After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 5 %calculated as free base The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or l
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. 'Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16.

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

ThailandRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #9b
Chemical name
1-Methyl-2,6-bis- (2- hydroxyethylamino)-benzene / 2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene
CAS
149330-25-6
Max concentration
After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1% The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text. • Do not us
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. 'Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary 'black henna' tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: - you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, - you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, - you have experienced a reaction to a temporary 'black henna' tattoo in the past. Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows.'

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

IndonesiaRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #9
Chemical name
Methylphenylenediamines, their N-substituted derivatives and their salts (1) with the exception of the substances under reference numbers 9a and 9b in this Annex and substances under reference numbers 364, 1310 and 1313 in Annex II
Max concentration
After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 5 %calculated as free base The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or l
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. 'Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16.

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

IndonesiaRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #9b
Chemical name
1-Methyl-2,6-bis- (2- hydroxyethylamino)-benzene / 2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene
CAS
149330-25-6
Max concentration
After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1% The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text. • Do not us
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. 'Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary 'black henna' tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: - you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, - you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, - you have experienced a reaction to a temporary 'black henna' tattoo in the past. Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows.'

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

VietnamRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #9
Chemical name
Methylphenylenediamines, their N-substituted derivatives and their salts (1) with the exception of the substances under reference numbers 9a and 9b in this Annex and substances under reference numbers 364, 1310 and 1313 in Annex II
Max concentration
After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 5 %calculated as free base The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or l
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. 'Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16.

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

VietnamRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #9b
Chemical name
1-Methyl-2,6-bis- (2- hydroxyethylamino)-benzene / 2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene
CAS
149330-25-6
Max concentration
After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1% The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text. • Do not us
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. 'Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary 'black henna' tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: - you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, - you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, - you have experienced a reaction to a temporary 'black henna' tattoo in the past. Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows.'

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

PhilippinesRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #9
Chemical name
Methylphenylenediamines, their N-substituted derivatives and their salts (1) with the exception of the substances under reference numbers 9a and 9b in this Annex and substances under reference numbers 364, 1310 and 1313 in Annex II
Max concentration
After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 5 %calculated as free base The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or l
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. 'Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16.

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

PhilippinesRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #9b
Chemical name
1-Methyl-2,6-bis- (2- hydroxyethylamino)-benzene / 2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene
CAS
149330-25-6
Max concentration
After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1% The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text. • Do not us
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. 'Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary 'black henna' tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: - you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, - you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, - you have experienced a reaction to a temporary 'black henna' tattoo in the past. Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows.'

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

GCC12 regulations
UAERestrictedAnnex III #9
Chemical name
Methylphenylenediamines, their N-substituted derivatives and their salts (1) with the exception of the substance under reference number 9a in this annex and substances under reference numbers 364, 1310 and 1313 in Annex II
CAS
149330-25-6
Max concentration
(a) General use (b) Professional use For (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 5 % calculated as free base
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
(a) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “ Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, — you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, — you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past. Contains phenylenediamines (toluenediamines). Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows.” (b) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “For professional use only Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and dama

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

UAERestrictedAnnex III #9b
Chemical name
1-Methyl-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene
CAS
149330-25-6
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
As from 3 March 2018, to be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: —you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, —you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, —you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past”.’
Other conditions
As from 3 September 2017, after mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 % —Do not use with nitrosating agents —Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg —Keep in nitrite-free containers

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

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex III #9
Chemical name
Methylphenylenediamines, their N-substituted derivatives and their salts (1) with the exception of the substance under reference number 9a in this annex and substances under reference numbers 364, 1310 and 1313 in Annex II
CAS
149330-25-6
Max concentration
(a) General use (b) Professional use For (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 5 % calculated as free base
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
(a) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “ Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, — you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, — you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past. Contains phenylenediamines (toluenediamines). Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows.” (b) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “For professional use only Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and dama

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

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex III #9b
Chemical name
1-Methyl-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene
CAS
149330-25-6
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
As from 3 March 2018, to be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: —you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, —you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, —you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past”.’
Other conditions
As from 3 September 2017, after mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 % —Do not use with nitrosating agents —Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg —Keep in nitrite-free containers

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

QatarRestrictedAnnex III #9
Chemical name
Methylphenylenediamines, their N-substituted derivatives and their salts (1) with the exception of the substance under reference number 9a in this annex and substances under reference numbers 364, 1310 and 1313 in Annex II
CAS
149330-25-6
Max concentration
(a) General use (b) Professional use For (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 5 % calculated as free base
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
(a) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “ Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, — you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, — you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past. Contains phenylenediamines (toluenediamines). Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows.” (b) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “For professional use only Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and dama

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

QatarRestrictedAnnex III #9b
Chemical name
1-Methyl-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene
CAS
149330-25-6
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
As from 3 March 2018, to be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: —you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, —you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, —you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past”.’
Other conditions
As from 3 September 2017, after mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 % —Do not use with nitrosating agents —Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg —Keep in nitrite-free containers

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

OmanRestrictedAnnex III #9
Chemical name
Methylphenylenediamines, their N-substituted derivatives and their salts (1) with the exception of the substance under reference number 9a in this annex and substances under reference numbers 364, 1310 and 1313 in Annex II
CAS
149330-25-6
Max concentration
(a) General use (b) Professional use For (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 5 % calculated as free base
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
(a) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “ Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, — you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, — you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past. Contains phenylenediamines (toluenediamines). Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows.” (b) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “For professional use only Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and dama

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

OmanRestrictedAnnex III #9b
Chemical name
1-Methyl-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene
CAS
149330-25-6
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
As from 3 March 2018, to be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: —you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, —you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, —you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past”.’
Other conditions
As from 3 September 2017, after mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 % —Do not use with nitrosating agents —Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg —Keep in nitrite-free containers

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

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex III #9
Chemical name
Methylphenylenediamines, their N-substituted derivatives and their salts (1) with the exception of the substance under reference number 9a in this annex and substances under reference numbers 364, 1310 and 1313 in Annex II
CAS
149330-25-6
Max concentration
(a) General use (b) Professional use For (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 5 % calculated as free base
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
(a) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “ Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, — you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, — you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past. Contains phenylenediamines (toluenediamines). Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows.” (b) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “For professional use only Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and dama

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

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex III #9b
Chemical name
1-Methyl-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene
CAS
149330-25-6
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
As from 3 March 2018, to be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: —you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, —you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, —you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past”.’
Other conditions
As from 3 September 2017, after mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 % —Do not use with nitrosating agents —Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg —Keep in nitrite-free containers

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

BahrainRestrictedAnnex III #9
Chemical name
Methylphenylenediamines, their N-substituted derivatives and their salts (1) with the exception of the substance under reference number 9a in this annex and substances under reference numbers 364, 1310 and 1313 in Annex II
CAS
149330-25-6
Max concentration
(a) General use (b) Professional use For (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 5 % calculated as free base
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
(a) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “ Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, — you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, — you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past. Contains phenylenediamines (toluenediamines). Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows.” (b) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “For professional use only Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and dama

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

BahrainRestrictedAnnex III #9b
Chemical name
1-Methyl-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene
CAS
149330-25-6
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
As from 3 March 2018, to be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: —you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, —you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, —you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past”.’
Other conditions
As from 3 September 2017, after mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 % —Do not use with nitrosating agents —Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg —Keep in nitrite-free containers

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

EAEU5 regulations
RussiaRestrictedAnnex 2 #9b
Chemical name
1-Метил-2,6-бис-(2-оксиэтиламино)-бензол (1-Methy1-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene)
CAS
149330-25-6
Product type
Красящее вещество в окислительных красках для волос
Conditions of use
Должно быть напечатано на этикетке: Соотношение краски и окислителя в смеси. При окрашивании волос могут возникать серьезные аллергические реакции. Прочитайте инструкции и следуйте им. Данная продукция не предназначена для использования лицами моложе 16 лет. Наличие временных татуировок "черной хной" может увеличить риск аллергии. Не окрашивайте волосы, если: - у вас есть сыпь на лице и чувствительной, раздраженная и поврежденная кожа головы; - вы когда-либо испытывали какую-либо реакцию после окрашивания волос; - ранее вы испытали реакцию на временные татуировки "черной хной".
Other conditions
После смешивания с окислительным реагентом, максимальная концентрация, применяемая для окрашивания волос, не должна превышать 1,0 процент. - Не используйте с нитрозирующими ингредиентами. - Максимальное содержание нитрозаминов: 50 мкг/кг. - Хранить в контейнерах, не содержащих нитриты.

Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 2 (Restricted Substances) (Ref 9b)

BelarusRestrictedAnnex 2 #9b
Chemical name
1-Метил-2,6-бис-(2-оксиэтиламино)-бензол (1-Methy1-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene)
CAS
149330-25-6
Product type
Красящее вещество в окислительных красках для волос
Conditions of use
Должно быть напечатано на этикетке: Соотношение краски и окислителя в смеси. При окрашивании волос могут возникать серьезные аллергические реакции. Прочитайте инструкции и следуйте им. Данная продукция не предназначена для использования лицами моложе 16 лет. Наличие временных татуировок "черной хной" может увеличить риск аллергии. Не окрашивайте волосы, если: - у вас есть сыпь на лице и чувствительной, раздраженная и поврежденная кожа головы; - вы когда-либо испытывали какую-либо реакцию после окрашивания волос; - ранее вы испытали реакцию на временные татуировки "черной хной".
Other conditions
После смешивания с окислительным реагентом, максимальная концентрация, применяемая для окрашивания волос, не должна превышать 1,0 процент. - Не используйте с нитрозирующими ингредиентами. - Максимальное содержание нитрозаминов: 50 мкг/кг. - Хранить в контейнерах, не содержащих нитриты.

Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 2 (Restricted Substances) (Ref 9b)

KazakhstanRestrictedAnnex 2 #9b
Chemical name
1-Метил-2,6-бис-(2-оксиэтиламино)-бензол (1-Methy1-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene)
CAS
149330-25-6
Product type
Красящее вещество в окислительных красках для волос
Conditions of use
Должно быть напечатано на этикетке: Соотношение краски и окислителя в смеси. При окрашивании волос могут возникать серьезные аллергические реакции. Прочитайте инструкции и следуйте им. Данная продукция не предназначена для использования лицами моложе 16 лет. Наличие временных татуировок "черной хной" может увеличить риск аллергии. Не окрашивайте волосы, если: - у вас есть сыпь на лице и чувствительной, раздраженная и поврежденная кожа головы; - вы когда-либо испытывали какую-либо реакцию после окрашивания волос; - ранее вы испытали реакцию на временные татуировки "черной хной".
Other conditions
После смешивания с окислительным реагентом, максимальная концентрация, применяемая для окрашивания волос, не должна превышать 1,0 процент. - Не используйте с нитрозирующими ингредиентами. - Максимальное содержание нитрозаминов: 50 мкг/кг. - Хранить в контейнерах, не содержащих нитриты.

Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 2 (Restricted Substances) (Ref 9b)

ArmeniaRestrictedAnnex 2 #9b
Chemical name
1-Метил-2,6-бис-(2-оксиэтиламино)-бензол (1-Methy1-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene)
CAS
149330-25-6
Product type
Красящее вещество в окислительных красках для волос
Conditions of use
Должно быть напечатано на этикетке: Соотношение краски и окислителя в смеси. При окрашивании волос могут возникать серьезные аллергические реакции. Прочитайте инструкции и следуйте им. Данная продукция не предназначена для использования лицами моложе 16 лет. Наличие временных татуировок "черной хной" может увеличить риск аллергии. Не окрашивайте волосы, если: - у вас есть сыпь на лице и чувствительной, раздраженная и поврежденная кожа головы; - вы когда-либо испытывали какую-либо реакцию после окрашивания волос; - ранее вы испытали реакцию на временные татуировки "черной хной".
Other conditions
После смешивания с окислительным реагентом, максимальная концентрация, применяемая для окрашивания волос, не должна превышать 1,0 процент. - Не используйте с нитрозирующими ингредиентами. - Максимальное содержание нитрозаминов: 50 мкг/кг. - Хранить в контейнерах, не содержащих нитриты.

Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 2 (Restricted Substances) (Ref 9b)

KyrgyzstanRestrictedAnnex 2 #9b
Chemical name
1-Метил-2,6-бис-(2-оксиэтиламино)-бензол (1-Methy1-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene)
CAS
149330-25-6
Product type
Красящее вещество в окислительных красках для волос
Conditions of use
Должно быть напечатано на этикетке: Соотношение краски и окислителя в смеси. При окрашивании волос могут возникать серьезные аллергические реакции. Прочитайте инструкции и следуйте им. Данная продукция не предназначена для использования лицами моложе 16 лет. Наличие временных татуировок "черной хной" может увеличить риск аллергии. Не окрашивайте волосы, если: - у вас есть сыпь на лице и чувствительной, раздраженная и поврежденная кожа головы; - вы когда-либо испытывали какую-либо реакцию после окрашивания волос; - ранее вы испытали реакцию на временные татуировки "черной хной".
Other conditions
После смешивания с окислительным реагентом, максимальная концентрация, применяемая для окрашивания волос, не должна превышать 1,0 процент. - Не используйте с нитрозирующими ингредиентами. - Максимальное содержание нитрозаминов: 50 мкг/кг. - Хранить в контейнерах, не содержащих нитриты.

Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 2 (Restricted Substances) (Ref 9b)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 2,6-DIHYDROXYETHYLAMINOTOLUENE banned in any country?

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