BASIC VIOLET 3
BASIC VIOLET 3 is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Hair Dyeing. Also known as CAS 548-62-9. It is regulated in 18 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Brazil.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 467-63-0, 548-62-9
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- 4-[[4,4'-bis(dimethylamino)benzhydrylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]dimethylammonium chloride [1]; tris[4-(dimethylamino) phenyl]methanol [2]
- CAS
- 548-62-9[1] / 467-63-0[2]
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II
- Chemical name
- Colouring agent CI 42555 (Basic Violet 3)Colouring agent CI 42555:1Colouring agent CI 42555:2
- CAS
- 548-62-9467-63-0
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II
Americas3 regulations
- Chemical name
- Gentian violet (Crystal violet)
- CAS
- 548-62-9
- Conditions of use
- Warning required under California Proposition 65
Source: California Prop 65 (OEHHA)
- Chemical name
- Basic Violet 3
- CAS
- 548-62-9
- Conditions of use
- Prohibited in cosmetics
Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist
- Chemical name
- Corante CI 42555; Corante CI 42555:1; Corante CI 42555:2
- CAS
- 548-62-9
Source: ANVISA RDC 529
East Asia & Oceania3 regulations
- Chemical name
- Basic Violet 3
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- Basic Violet 1(Methyl Violet)
- CAS
- 548-62-9
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- Basic Violet 3(Crystal Violet)
- CAS
- 548-62-9
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Colouring agentCI 42555 Colouring agentCI 42555:1 Colouring agentCI 42555:2
- CAS
- 548-62-9
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Colouring agentCI 42555 Colouring agentCI 42555:1 Colouring agentCI 42555:2
- CAS
- 548-62-9
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Colouring agentCI 42555 Colouring agentCI 42555:1 Colouring agentCI 42555:2
- CAS
- 548-62-9
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Colouring agentCI 42555 Colouring agentCI 42555:1 Colouring agentCI 42555:2
- CAS
- 548-62-9
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Colouring agentCI 42555 Colouring agentCI 42555:1 Colouring agentCI 42555:2
- CAS
- 548-62-9
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Colouring agentCI 42555 Colouring agentCI 42555:1 Colouring agentCI 42555:2
- CAS
- 548-62-9
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- 4-[[4,4'-bis(dimethylamino)benzhydrylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]dimethylammonium chloride [1]; tris[4-(dimethylamino) phenyl]methanol [2]
- CAS
- 548-62-9[1] / 467-63-0[2]
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- 4-[[4,4'-bis(dimethylamino)benzhydrylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]dimethylammonium chloride [1]; tris[4-(dimethylamino) phenyl]methanol [2]
- CAS
- 548-62-9[1] / 467-63-0[2]
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- 4-[[4,4'-bis(dimethylamino)benzhydrylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]dimethylammonium chloride [1]; tris[4-(dimethylamino) phenyl]methanol [2]
- CAS
- 548-62-9[1] / 467-63-0[2]
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- 4-[[4,4'-bis(dimethylamino)benzhydrylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]dimethylammonium chloride [1]; tris[4-(dimethylamino) phenyl]methanol [2]
- CAS
- 548-62-9[1] / 467-63-0[2]
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- 4-[[4,4'-bis(dimethylamino)benzhydrylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]dimethylammonium chloride [1]; tris[4-(dimethylamino) phenyl]methanol [2]
- CAS
- 548-62-9[1] / 467-63-0[2]
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- 4-[[4,4'-bis(dimethylamino)benzhydrylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]dimethylammonium chloride [1]; tris[4-(dimethylamino) phenyl]methanol [2]
- CAS
- 548-62-9[1] / 467-63-0[2]
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for BASIC VIOLET 3 in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BASIC VIOLET 3 banned in any country?
Yes, BASIC VIOLET 3 is banned in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.
What are the restrictions on BASIC VIOLET 3 in cosmetics?
BASIC VIOLET 3 is banned in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam and has no specific restrictions in other tracked markets.
Can I use BASIC VIOLET 3 in cosmetics?
BASIC VIOLET 3 is regulated in 18 markets. It is banned in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, 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.