BASIC RED 76

RestrictedCAS 68391-30-016 regulations across 16 markets

BASIC RED 76 is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Hair Dyeing. Also known as CAS 68391-30-0. It is regulated in 16 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.

Also Known As

CAS Number
68391-30-0

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 #267
Chemical name
[7-Hydroxy-8-[(2- methoxyphenyl)azo]-2-naphthyl]trimethylammonium chloride
CAS
68391-30-0
Max concentration
2,0 %
Product type
Hair dye substance non-oxidative hair dye products

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #267
Chemical name
[7-Hydroxy-8-[(2-methoxyphenyl)azo]-2-naphthyl]trimethylammonium chloride
CAS
68391-30-0
Max concentration
2,0 %
Product type
Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
Max: 2,0 %

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

AmericasNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for BASIC RED 76 in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.

East Asia & Oceania2 regulations
South KoreaRestrictedAnnex restricted #M1037
Chemical name
Basic Red 76
Conditions of use
* 배합한도 : 2% 염모용 화장품에만 사용

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

TaiwanRestrictedAnnex Restricted Ingredients List #124
Chemical name
[7-Hydroxy-8-[(2-methoxyphenyl) azo]-2-naphthyl]trimethylammonium chloride
CAS
68391-30-0
Max concentration
2%
Product type
Non-oxidative hair dye products

Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations

ASEAN6 regulations
SingaporeRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #291
Chemical name
[7-Hydroxy-8-[(2- methoxyphenyl)azo]- 2-naphthyl]trimethylammonium chloride / Basic Red 76 CAS 68391-30-0
CAS
68391-30-0
Max concentration
2.0%
Product type
Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
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) #291
Chemical name
[7-Hydroxy-8-[(2- methoxyphenyl)azo]- 2-naphthyl]trimethylammonium chloride / Basic Red 76 CAS 68391-30-0
CAS
68391-30-0
Max concentration
2.0%
Product type
Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
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) #291
Chemical name
[7-Hydroxy-8-[(2- methoxyphenyl)azo]- 2-naphthyl]trimethylammonium chloride / Basic Red 76 CAS 68391-30-0
CAS
68391-30-0
Max concentration
2.0%
Product type
Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
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) #291
Chemical name
[7-Hydroxy-8-[(2- methoxyphenyl)azo]- 2-naphthyl]trimethylammonium chloride / Basic Red 76 CAS 68391-30-0
CAS
68391-30-0
Max concentration
2.0%
Product type
Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
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) #291
Chemical name
[7-Hydroxy-8-[(2- methoxyphenyl)azo]- 2-naphthyl]trimethylammonium chloride / Basic Red 76 CAS 68391-30-0
CAS
68391-30-0
Max concentration
2.0%
Product type
Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
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) #291
Chemical name
[7-Hydroxy-8-[(2- methoxyphenyl)azo]- 2-naphthyl]trimethylammonium chloride / Basic Red 76 CAS 68391-30-0
CAS
68391-30-0
Max concentration
2.0%
Product type
Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
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 #267
Chemical name
[7-Hydroxy-8-[(2- methoxyphenyl)azo]-2-naphthyl]trimethylammonium chloride
CAS
68391-30-0
Max concentration
2,0 %
Product type
Hair dye substance non-oxidative hair dye products

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

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex III #267
Chemical name
[7-Hydroxy-8-[(2- methoxyphenyl)azo]-2-naphthyl]trimethylammonium chloride
CAS
68391-30-0
Max concentration
2,0 %
Product type
Hair dye substance non-oxidative hair dye products

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

QatarRestrictedAnnex III #267
Chemical name
[7-Hydroxy-8-[(2- methoxyphenyl)azo]-2-naphthyl]trimethylammonium chloride
CAS
68391-30-0
Max concentration
2,0 %
Product type
Hair dye substance non-oxidative hair dye products

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

OmanRestrictedAnnex III #267
Chemical name
[7-Hydroxy-8-[(2- methoxyphenyl)azo]-2-naphthyl]trimethylammonium chloride
CAS
68391-30-0
Max concentration
2,0 %
Product type
Hair dye substance non-oxidative hair dye products

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

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex III #267
Chemical name
[7-Hydroxy-8-[(2- methoxyphenyl)azo]-2-naphthyl]trimethylammonium chloride
CAS
68391-30-0
Max concentration
2,0 %
Product type
Hair dye substance non-oxidative hair dye products

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

BahrainRestrictedAnnex III #267
Chemical name
[7-Hydroxy-8-[(2- methoxyphenyl)azo]-2-naphthyl]trimethylammonium chloride
CAS
68391-30-0
Max concentration
2,0 %
Product type
Hair dye substance non-oxidative hair dye products

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

EAEUNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for BASIC RED 76 in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is BASIC RED 76 banned in any country?

BASIC RED 76 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 BASIC RED 76 in cosmetics?

BASIC RED 76 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 BASIC RED 76 in cosmetics?

BASIC RED 76 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.