"Low penalty" in all categories.
- INCI name: HC YELLOW NO 2
- Chemical name: 2-[(2-Nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol
- EINECS/ELINCS number: 225-555-8
- Classification: Regulated, Hair dye
Restriction in Europe:
Annex III/255
Restrictions are dependent on the use of the ingredient in:
a) Substance used in oxidative hair dyes
b) Substance used in non-oxidative hair dyes
The maximum permitted concentrations are as follows :
a) After mixing under oxidative conditions, the maximum level applied to the hair shall not exceed 0,75 %.
b) 1,0 %
For a) and b):
- do not use with nitrosating agents,
- Maximum level of nitrosamines: 50 μg/kg,
- to be stored in nitrite-free containers.
Wording of conditions of use and warnings :
a) The mixing ratio shall appear on the label.
"Hair dyes may cause severe allergic reactions.
Read and follow instructions.
This product is not intended for use on persons under 16 years of age.
Temporary black henna-based tattoos may increase the risk of allergy.
Do not colour your hair if:
- you have a rash on your face or if your scalp is sensitive, irritated or damaged,
- you've already had a reaction after coloring your hair,
- you've had a reaction to a temporary black henna tattoo in the past."
Restrictions are dependent on the use of the ingredient in:
a) Substance used in oxidative hair dyes
b) Substance used in non-oxidative hair dyes
The maximum permitted concentrations are as follows :
a) After mixing under oxidative conditions, the maximum level applied to the hair shall not exceed 0,75 %.
b) 1,0 %
For a) and b):
- do not use with nitrosating agents,
- Maximum level of nitrosamines: 50 μg/kg,
- to be stored in nitrite-free containers.
Wording of conditions of use and warnings :
a) The mixing ratio shall appear on the label.
"Hair dyes may cause severe allergic reactions.
Read and follow instructions.
This product is not intended for use on persons under 16 years of age.
Temporary black henna-based tattoos may increase the risk of allergy.
Do not colour your hair if:
- you have a rash on your face or if your scalp is sensitive, irritated or damaged,
- you've already had a reaction after coloring your hair,
- you've had a reaction to a temporary black henna tattoo in the past."
Its functions (INCI)
- Hair dyeing : Colors the hair
This ingredient is present in 0.11% of cosmetics.
Products that contains it
