BASIC RED 118
BASIC RED 118 is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Hair Dyeing. Also known as CAS 71134-97-9. It is regulated in 16 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 71134-97-9
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- (8-[(4-Amino-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-7-hydroxy-2-naphthyl)trimethylammonium and its salts, (except Basic Red 118 as impurity in Basic brown 17)
- CAS
- 71134-97-9
- Product type
- hair dye products
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II
- Chemical name
- (8-[(4-Amino-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-7-hydroxy-2-naphthyl)trimethylammonium and its salts, except Basic Red 118 (CAS 71134-97-9) as impurity in Basic Brown 17, when used as a substance in hair dye products
- CAS
- 71134-97-9
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II
AmericasNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for BASIC RED 118 in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.
East Asia & Oceania3 regulations
- Chemical name
- (8-[(4-Amino-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-7-hydroxy-2-naphthyl)trimethylammonium and its salts, (except Basic Red 118 as impurity in Basic brown 17)
- CAS
- 71134-97-9
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- (8-[(4-Amino-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-7-hydroxy-2-naphthyl)trimethylammonium
- CAS
- 71134-97-9
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- (8-[(4-Amino-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-7-hydroxy-2-naphthyl)trimethylammonium and its salts, (except Basic Red 118 as impurity in Basic brown 17) 不得使用於染髮用途化粧品
- CAS
- 71134-97-9
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- (8-[(4-Amino-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-7-hydroxy-2 naphthyl)trimethylammonium and its salts, (except / Basic Red 118 as impurity in Basic Brown 17)
- CAS
- 71134-97-9
- Product type
- hair dye products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- (8-[(4-Amino-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-7-hydroxy-2 naphthyl)trimethylammonium and its salts, (except / Basic Red 118 as impurity in Basic Brown 17)
- CAS
- 71134-97-9
- Product type
- hair dye products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- (8-[(4-Amino-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-7-hydroxy-2 naphthyl)trimethylammonium and its salts, (except / Basic Red 118 as impurity in Basic Brown 17)
- CAS
- 71134-97-9
- Product type
- hair dye products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- (8-[(4-Amino-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-7-hydroxy-2 naphthyl)trimethylammonium and its salts, (except / Basic Red 118 as impurity in Basic Brown 17)
- CAS
- 71134-97-9
- Product type
- hair dye products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- (8-[(4-Amino-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-7-hydroxy-2 naphthyl)trimethylammonium and its salts, (except / Basic Red 118 as impurity in Basic Brown 17)
- CAS
- 71134-97-9
- Product type
- hair dye products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- (8-[(4-Amino-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-7-hydroxy-2 naphthyl)trimethylammonium and its salts, (except / Basic Red 118 as impurity in Basic Brown 17)
- CAS
- 71134-97-9
- Product type
- hair dye products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- (8-[(4-Amino-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-7-hydroxy-2-naphthyl)trimethylammonium and its salts, (except Basic Red 118 as impurity in Basic brown 17)
- CAS
- 71134-97-9
- Product type
- hair dye products
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- (8-[(4-Amino-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-7-hydroxy-2-naphthyl)trimethylammonium and its salts, (except Basic Red 118 as impurity in Basic brown 17)
- CAS
- 71134-97-9
- Product type
- hair dye products
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- (8-[(4-Amino-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-7-hydroxy-2-naphthyl)trimethylammonium and its salts, (except Basic Red 118 as impurity in Basic brown 17)
- CAS
- 71134-97-9
- Product type
- hair dye products
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- (8-[(4-Amino-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-7-hydroxy-2-naphthyl)trimethylammonium and its salts, (except Basic Red 118 as impurity in Basic brown 17)
- CAS
- 71134-97-9
- Product type
- hair dye products
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- (8-[(4-Amino-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-7-hydroxy-2-naphthyl)trimethylammonium and its salts, (except Basic Red 118 as impurity in Basic brown 17)
- CAS
- 71134-97-9
- Product type
- hair dye products
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- (8-[(4-Amino-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-7-hydroxy-2-naphthyl)trimethylammonium and its salts, (except Basic Red 118 as impurity in Basic brown 17)
- CAS
- 71134-97-9
- Product type
- hair dye products
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for BASIC RED 118 in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BASIC RED 118 banned in any country?
Yes, BASIC RED 118 is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.
What are the restrictions on BASIC RED 118 in cosmetics?
BASIC RED 118 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 BASIC RED 118 in cosmetics?
BASIC RED 118 is regulated in 16 markets. It is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam. 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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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.