4-AMINO-M-CRESOL
4-AMINO-M-CRESOL is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Hair Dyeing. Also known as CAS 2835-99-6. It is regulated in 16 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 2835-99-6
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe3 regulations
- Chemical name
- 4-Amino-m-cresol
- CAS
- 2835-99-6
- Product type
- (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Products intended for colouring eyelashes
- Conditions of use
- (a) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “ Hair colorants 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.” (b) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “For professional use only. This product 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 the risk of allergy. Eyelashes shall not be coloured if the consumer: — has a rash on the face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp,— has experienced any reaction after colouring hair or eyelashes, —
- Other conditions
- For (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair or eyelashes must not exceed 1,5 % b) For professional use only.
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III
- Chemical name
- 4-Amino-m-cresol
- CAS
- 2835-99-6
- Product type
- (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
- Conditions of use
- (a) 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. Hair colorants can cause severe allergic reactions.
- Other conditions
- For (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair or eyelashes must not exceed 1,5 %
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III
- Chemical name
- 4-Amino-m-cresol
- CAS
- 2835-99-6
- Product type
- (b) Products intended for colouring eyelashes
- Conditions of use
- (b) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. For professional use only. This product 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 the risk of allergy. Eyelashes shall not be coloured if the consumer: has a rash on the face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, has experienced any reaction after colouring hair or eyelashes, has experienced a reaction to a temporary “ black henna ” tattoo in the past. Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them.
- Other conditions
- (b) For professional use only.
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III
AmericasNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for 4-AMINO-M-CRESOL in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.
East Asia & Oceania3 regulations
- Chemical name
- 4-Amino-m-cresol and its salts (with the exception of 4-Amino-m-cresol as the hair dye substance that maximum concentration applied to hair does not exceed 1.5 % in oxidative hair dye products)
- CAS
- 2835-99-6
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- 4-Amino-m-cresol
- Conditions of use
- * 배합한도 : ∙ 산화염모제에 1.5 % ∙ 기타 제품에는 사용금지
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- 4-Amino-m-cresol
- CAS
- 2835-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1.5%
- Product type
- Oxidative hair dye products
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- 4-Amino-m-cresol
- CAS
- 2835-99-6
- Max concentration
- After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1.5% The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text.
- Product type
- Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
- Conditions of use
- The mixing ratio must be printed on the label. Hair colorants 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)
- Chemical name
- 4-Amino-m-cresol
- CAS
- 2835-99-6
- Max concentration
- After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1.5% The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text.
- Product type
- Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
- Conditions of use
- The mixing ratio must be printed on the label. Hair colorants 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)
- Chemical name
- 4-Amino-m-cresol
- CAS
- 2835-99-6
- Max concentration
- After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1.5% The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text.
- Product type
- Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
- Conditions of use
- The mixing ratio must be printed on the label. Hair colorants 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)
- Chemical name
- 4-Amino-m-cresol
- CAS
- 2835-99-6
- Max concentration
- After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1.5% The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text.
- Product type
- Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
- Conditions of use
- The mixing ratio must be printed on the label. Hair colorants 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)
- Chemical name
- 4-Amino-m-cresol
- CAS
- 2835-99-6
- Max concentration
- After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1.5% The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text.
- Product type
- Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
- Conditions of use
- The mixing ratio must be printed on the label. Hair colorants 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)
- Chemical name
- 4-Amino-m-cresol
- CAS
- 2835-99-6
- Max concentration
- After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1.5% The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text.
- Product type
- Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
- Conditions of use
- The mixing ratio must be printed on the label. Hair colorants 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)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- 4-Amino-m-cresol
- CAS
- 2835-99-6
- Product type
- (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Products intended for colouring eyelashes
- Conditions of use
- (a) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “ Hair colorants 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.” (b) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “For professional use only. This product 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 the risk of allergy. Eyelashes shall not be coloured if the consumer: — has a rash on the face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp,— has experienced any reaction after colouring hair or eyelashes, —
- Other conditions
- For (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair or eyelashes must not exceed 1,5 % b) For professional use only.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- 4-Amino-m-cresol
- CAS
- 2835-99-6
- Product type
- (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Products intended for colouring eyelashes
- Conditions of use
- (a) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “ Hair colorants 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.” (b) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “For professional use only. This product 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 the risk of allergy. Eyelashes shall not be coloured if the consumer: — has a rash on the face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp,— has experienced any reaction after colouring hair or eyelashes, —
- Other conditions
- For (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair or eyelashes must not exceed 1,5 % b) For professional use only.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- 4-Amino-m-cresol
- CAS
- 2835-99-6
- Product type
- (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Products intended for colouring eyelashes
- Conditions of use
- (a) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “ Hair colorants 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.” (b) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “For professional use only. This product 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 the risk of allergy. Eyelashes shall not be coloured if the consumer: — has a rash on the face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp,— has experienced any reaction after colouring hair or eyelashes, —
- Other conditions
- For (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair or eyelashes must not exceed 1,5 % b) For professional use only.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- 4-Amino-m-cresol
- CAS
- 2835-99-6
- Product type
- (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Products intended for colouring eyelashes
- Conditions of use
- (a) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “ Hair colorants 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.” (b) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “For professional use only. This product 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 the risk of allergy. Eyelashes shall not be coloured if the consumer: — has a rash on the face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp,— has experienced any reaction after colouring hair or eyelashes, —
- Other conditions
- For (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair or eyelashes must not exceed 1,5 % b) For professional use only.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- 4-Amino-m-cresol
- CAS
- 2835-99-6
- Product type
- (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Products intended for colouring eyelashes
- Conditions of use
- (a) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “ Hair colorants 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.” (b) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “For professional use only. This product 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 the risk of allergy. Eyelashes shall not be coloured if the consumer: — has a rash on the face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp,— has experienced any reaction after colouring hair or eyelashes, —
- Other conditions
- For (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair or eyelashes must not exceed 1,5 % b) For professional use only.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- 4-Amino-m-cresol
- CAS
- 2835-99-6
- Product type
- (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Products intended for colouring eyelashes
- Conditions of use
- (a) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “ Hair colorants 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.” (b) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “For professional use only. This product 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 the risk of allergy. Eyelashes shall not be coloured if the consumer: — has a rash on the face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp,— has experienced any reaction after colouring hair or eyelashes, —
- Other conditions
- For (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair or eyelashes must not exceed 1,5 % b) For professional use only.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for 4-AMINO-M-CRESOL in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 4-AMINO-M-CRESOL banned in any country?
4-AMINO-M-CRESOL 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 4-AMINO-M-CRESOL in cosmetics?
4-AMINO-M-CRESOL 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 4-AMINO-M-CRESOL in cosmetics?
4-AMINO-M-CRESOL 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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Check Ingredients FreeThis 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.