DISPERSE RED 17

RestrictedCAS 3179-89-314 regulations across 14 markets

DISPERSE RED 17 is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Hair Dyeing. Also known as CAS 3179-89-3. It is regulated in 14 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.

Also Known As

CAS Number: 3179-89-3

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1

United Kingdom1

United States

California

Maryland

Washington

Canada

Brazil

South Korea

Japan

Taiwan

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 #294

Chemical name: Ethanol, 2,2′-[[3- methyl-4-[(E)-(4- nitrophenyl)azo] phenyl]imino]bis-
CAS: 3179-89-3
Max concentration: (b) 0,2 %
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 2,0 % For (a) and (b): —Do not use with nitrosating agents —Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg — Keep in nitrite-free containetrs

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #294

Chemical name: Ethanol, 2,2′-[[3-methyl-4-[(E)-(4-nitrophenyl)azo]phenyl]imino]bis-
CAS: 3179-89-3
Max concentration: (b) 0,2 %
Product type: Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
Conditions of use: Max: (b) 0,2 % (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 2,0 % For (a) and (b): Do not use with nitrosating agents Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg Keep in nitrite-free containers

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

AmericasNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for DISPERSE RED 17 in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.

East Asia & OceaniaNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for DISPERSE RED 17 in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Australia.

ASEAN6 regulations

SingaporeRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex III (Restricted) #309

Chemical name: Ethanol, 2,2′-[[3- methyl-4-[(E)-(4- nitrophenyl)azo] phenyl]imino]bis- Disperse Red 17
CAS: 3179-89-3
Max concentration: (b) 0.2%
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 2.0 %For (a) and (b) - Do not use with nitrosating agents - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg (21) - Keep in nitrite-free containers (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) #309

Chemical name: Ethanol, 2,2′-[[3- methyl-4-[(E)-(4- nitrophenyl)azo] phenyl]imino]bis- Disperse Red 17
CAS: 3179-89-3
Max concentration: (b) 0.2%
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 2.0 %For (a) and (b) - Do not use with nitrosating agents - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg (21) - Keep in nitrite-free containers (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) #309

Chemical name: Ethanol, 2,2′-[[3- methyl-4-[(E)-(4- nitrophenyl)azo] phenyl]imino]bis- Disperse Red 17
CAS: 3179-89-3
Max concentration: (b) 0.2%
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 2.0 %For (a) and (b) - Do not use with nitrosating agents - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg (21) - Keep in nitrite-free containers (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) #309

Chemical name: Ethanol, 2,2′-[[3- methyl-4-[(E)-(4- nitrophenyl)azo] phenyl]imino]bis- Disperse Red 17
CAS: 3179-89-3
Max concentration: (b) 0.2%
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 2.0 %For (a) and (b) - Do not use with nitrosating agents - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg (21) - Keep in nitrite-free containers (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) #309

Chemical name: Ethanol, 2,2′-[[3- methyl-4-[(E)-(4- nitrophenyl)azo] phenyl]imino]bis- Disperse Red 17
CAS: 3179-89-3
Max concentration: (b) 0.2%
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 2.0 %For (a) and (b) - Do not use with nitrosating agents - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg (21) - Keep in nitrite-free containers (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) #309

Chemical name: Ethanol, 2,2′-[[3- methyl-4-[(E)-(4- nitrophenyl)azo] phenyl]imino]bis- Disperse Red 17
CAS: 3179-89-3
Max concentration: (b) 0.2%
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 2.0 %For (a) and (b) - Do not use with nitrosating agents - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg (21) - Keep in nitrite-free containers (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 #294

Chemical name: Ethanol, 2,2′-[[3- methyl-4-[(E)-(4- nitrophenyl)azo] phenyl]imino]bis-
CAS: 3179-89-3
Max concentration: (b) 0,2 %
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 2,0 % For (a) and (b): —Do not use with nitrosating agents —Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg — Keep in nitrite-free containetrs