BASIC YELLOW 87

RestrictedCAS 68259-00-717 regulations across 16 markets

BASIC YELLOW 87 is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Hair Dyeing. Also known as CAS 68259-00-7. It is regulated in 16 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.

Also Known As

CAS Number
68259-00-7

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom2
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

Europe3 regulations
European UnionRestrictedAnnex III #275
Chemical name
Pyridinium, 1- methyl-4-[( methylphenylhydrazono)methyl]-, methyl sulfate
CAS
68259-00-7
Max concentration
(b) 1,0 %
Product type
(a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
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.”
Other conditions
(a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 %

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #275
Chemical name
Pyridinium, 1- methyl-4-[( methylphenylhydrazono)methyl]-, methyl sulfate
CAS
68259-00-7
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
(a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 %

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #275
Chemical name
Pyridinium, 1- methyl-4-[( methylphenylhydrazono)methyl]-, methyl sulfate
CAS
68259-00-7
Max concentration
(b) 1,0 %
Product type
(b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use
Max: (b) 1,0 %

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

AmericasNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for BASIC YELLOW 87 in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.

East Asia & Oceania2 regulations
South KoreaRestrictedAnnex restricted #M984
Chemical name
Basic Yellow 87
Conditions of use
* 배합한도 : <색소> ∙ 1% ∙ 염모용 화장품에만 사용 <염모제> ∙ 산화염모제에 1.0 % ∙ 그 외 사용기준은 「화장품의 색소종류와 기준 및 시험방법」에 따름

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

TaiwanRestrictedAnnex Restricted Ingredients List #125
Chemical name
Pyridinium, 1-methyl-4-[(methylphenylhydrazono)methyl]-, methyl sulfate
CAS
68259-00-7
Max concentration
(a)1% (b)1%
Product type
(a)Oxidative hair dye products (b)Non-oxidative hair dye products

Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations

ASEAN6 regulations
SingaporeRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #299
Chemical name
Pyridinium, 1- methyl-4- [( methylphenylhydrazono)methyl]-, methyl sulphate / Basic Yellow 87
CAS
68259-00-7
Max concentration
(b) 1.0 %
Product type
(a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
(a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1.0% (a) and (b): The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text. | Label: (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. (a) and (b) Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

MalaysiaRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #299
Chemical name
Pyridinium, 1- methyl-4- [( methylphenylhydrazono)methyl]-, methyl sulphate / Basic Yellow 87
CAS
68259-00-7
Max concentration
(b) 1.0 %
Product type
(a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
(a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1.0% (a) and (b): The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text. | Label: (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. (a) and (b) Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

ThailandRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #299
Chemical name
Pyridinium, 1- methyl-4- [( methylphenylhydrazono)methyl]-, methyl sulphate / Basic Yellow 87
CAS
68259-00-7
Max concentration
(b) 1.0 %
Product type
(a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
(a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1.0% (a) and (b): The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text. | Label: (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. (a) and (b) Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

IndonesiaRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #299
Chemical name
Pyridinium, 1- methyl-4- [( methylphenylhydrazono)methyl]-, methyl sulphate / Basic Yellow 87
CAS
68259-00-7
Max concentration
(b) 1.0 %
Product type
(a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
(a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1.0% (a) and (b): The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text. | Label: (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. (a) and (b) Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

VietnamRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #299
Chemical name
Pyridinium, 1- methyl-4- [( methylphenylhydrazono)methyl]-, methyl sulphate / Basic Yellow 87
CAS
68259-00-7
Max concentration
(b) 1.0 %
Product type
(a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
(a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1.0% (a) and (b): The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text. | Label: (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. (a) and (b) Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

PhilippinesRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #299
Chemical name
Pyridinium, 1- methyl-4- [( methylphenylhydrazono)methyl]-, methyl sulphate / Basic Yellow 87
CAS
68259-00-7
Max concentration
(b) 1.0 %
Product type
(a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted.
Conditions of use
(a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1.0% (a) and (b): The direction for use 'wear suitable gloves' must be included in label or leaflet text. | Label: (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. (a) and (b) Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

GCC6 regulations
UAERestrictedAnnex III #275
Chemical name
Pyridinium, 1- methyl-4-[( methylphenylhydrazono)methyl]-, methyl sulfate
CAS
68259-00-7
Max concentration
(b) 1,0 %
Product type
(a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
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.”
Other conditions
(a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 %

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

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex III #275
Chemical name
Pyridinium, 1- methyl-4-[( methylphenylhydrazono)methyl]-, methyl sulfate
CAS
68259-00-7
Max concentration
(b) 1,0 %
Product type
(a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
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.”
Other conditions
(a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 %

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

QatarRestrictedAnnex III #275
Chemical name
Pyridinium, 1- methyl-4-[( methylphenylhydrazono)methyl]-, methyl sulfate
CAS
68259-00-7
Max concentration
(b) 1,0 %
Product type
(a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
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.”
Other conditions
(a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 %

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

OmanRestrictedAnnex III #275
Chemical name
Pyridinium, 1- methyl-4-[( methylphenylhydrazono)methyl]-, methyl sulfate
CAS
68259-00-7
Max concentration
(b) 1,0 %
Product type
(a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
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.”
Other conditions
(a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 %

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

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex III #275
Chemical name
Pyridinium, 1- methyl-4-[( methylphenylhydrazono)methyl]-, methyl sulfate
CAS
68259-00-7
Max concentration
(b) 1,0 %
Product type
(a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
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.”
Other conditions
(a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 %

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

BahrainRestrictedAnnex III #275
Chemical name
Pyridinium, 1- methyl-4-[( methylphenylhydrazono)methyl]-, methyl sulfate
CAS
68259-00-7
Max concentration
(b) 1,0 %
Product type
(a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
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.”
Other conditions
(a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 %

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

EAEUNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for BASIC YELLOW 87 in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is BASIC YELLOW 87 banned in any country?

BASIC YELLOW 87 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 YELLOW 87 in cosmetics?

BASIC YELLOW 87 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 YELLOW 87 in cosmetics?

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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.