2-HYDROXYETHYLAMINO-5-NITROANISOLE

RestrictedCAS 66095-81-616 regulations across 16 markets

2-HYDROXYETHYLAMINO-5-NITROANISOLE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Hair Dyeing. Also known as CAS 66095-81-6. It is regulated in 16 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.

Also Known As

CAS Number
66095-81-6

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom1
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil
South Korea1
Japan
Taiwan1
Australia
Singapore1
Malaysia1
Thailand1
Indonesia1
Vietnam1
Philippines1
UAE1
Saudi Arabia1
Qatar1
Oman1
Kuwait1
Bahrain1
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

Europe2 regulations
European UnionRestrictedAnnex III #236
Chemical name
2-[(2-methoxy-4-nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol and its salts
CAS
66095-81-6
Max concentration
0.2%%
Product type
Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
Other conditions
- Do not use with nitrosating agents - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 microgram/Kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #236
Chemical name
2-[(2-methoxy-4-nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol and its salts
CAS
66095-81-6
Max concentration
0,2 %
Product type
Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
Max: 0,2 %
Other conditions
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-HYDROXYETHYLAMINO-5-NITROANISOLE in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.

East Asia & Oceania2 regulations
South KoreaRestrictedAnnex restricted #M183
Chemical name
2-Hydroxyethylamino-5-Nitroanisole

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

TaiwanRestrictedAnnex Restricted Ingredients List #110
Chemical name
2-[(2-methoxy-4-nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol and its salts
CAS
66095-81-6
Max concentration
0.2%
Product type
Non-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

ASEAN6 regulations
SingaporeRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #209
Chemical name
2-[(2-methoxy-4- nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol and its salts 2-Hydroxyethylamino- 5-nitroanisole
CAS
66095-81-6
Max concentration
0.2%
Product type
Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
• Do not use with nitrosating agents • Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg (21) • Keep in nitrite-free containers The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text. | Label: Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

MalaysiaRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #209
Chemical name
2-[(2-methoxy-4- nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol and its salts 2-Hydroxyethylamino- 5-nitroanisole
CAS
66095-81-6
Max concentration
0.2%
Product type
Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
• Do not use with nitrosating agents • Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg (21) • Keep in nitrite-free containers The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text. | Label: Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

ThailandRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #209
Chemical name
2-[(2-methoxy-4- nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol and its salts 2-Hydroxyethylamino- 5-nitroanisole
CAS
66095-81-6
Max concentration
0.2%
Product type
Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
• Do not use with nitrosating agents • Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg (21) • Keep in nitrite-free containers The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text. | Label: Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

IndonesiaRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #209
Chemical name
2-[(2-methoxy-4- nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol and its salts 2-Hydroxyethylamino- 5-nitroanisole
CAS
66095-81-6
Max concentration
0.2%
Product type
Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
• Do not use with nitrosating agents • Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg (21) • Keep in nitrite-free containers The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text. | Label: Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

VietnamRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #209
Chemical name
2-[(2-methoxy-4- nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol and its salts 2-Hydroxyethylamino- 5-nitroanisole
CAS
66095-81-6
Max concentration
0.2%
Product type
Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
• Do not use with nitrosating agents • Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg (21) • Keep in nitrite-free containers The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text. | Label: Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

PhilippinesRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #209
Chemical name
2-[(2-methoxy-4- nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol and its salts 2-Hydroxyethylamino- 5-nitroanisole
CAS
66095-81-6
Max concentration
0.2%
Product type
Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
• Do not use with nitrosating agents • Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg (21) • Keep in nitrite-free containers The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text. | Label: Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

GCC6 regulations
UAERestrictedAnnex III #236
Chemical name
2-[(2-methoxy-4-nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol and its salts
CAS
66095-81-6
Max concentration
0.2%%
Product type
Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
Other conditions
- Do not use with nitrosating agents - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 microgram/Kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers

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

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex III #236
Chemical name
2-[(2-methoxy-4-nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol and its salts
CAS
66095-81-6
Max concentration
0.2%%
Product type
Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
Other conditions
- Do not use with nitrosating agents - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 microgram/Kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers

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

QatarRestrictedAnnex III #236
Chemical name
2-[(2-methoxy-4-nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol and its salts
CAS
66095-81-6
Max concentration
0.2%%
Product type
Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
Other conditions
- Do not use with nitrosating agents - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 microgram/Kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers

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

OmanRestrictedAnnex III #236
Chemical name
2-[(2-methoxy-4-nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol and its salts
CAS
66095-81-6
Max concentration
0.2%%
Product type
Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
Other conditions
- Do not use with nitrosating agents - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 microgram/Kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers

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

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex III #236
Chemical name
2-[(2-methoxy-4-nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol and its salts
CAS
66095-81-6
Max concentration
0.2%%
Product type
Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
Other conditions
- Do not use with nitrosating agents - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 microgram/Kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers

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

BahrainRestrictedAnnex III #236
Chemical name
2-[(2-methoxy-4-nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol and its salts
CAS
66095-81-6
Max concentration
0.2%%
Product type
Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
Other conditions
- Do not use with nitrosating agents - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 microgram/Kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers

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

EAEUNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for 2-HYDROXYETHYLAMINO-5-NITROANISOLE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 2-HYDROXYETHYLAMINO-5-NITROANISOLE banned in any country?

2-HYDROXYETHYLAMINO-5-NITROANISOLE is not banned in any of the 26 markets tracked by Formpli. However, it may be subject to restrictions or conditions of use in some markets.

What are the restrictions on 2-HYDROXYETHYLAMINO-5-NITROANISOLE in cosmetics?

2-HYDROXYETHYLAMINO-5-NITROANISOLE is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.

Can I use 2-HYDROXYETHYLAMINO-5-NITROANISOLE in cosmetics?

2-HYDROXYETHYLAMINO-5-NITROANISOLE is regulated in 16 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam. 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.