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2,2'-Methylenebis-4-Aminophenol Hcl

A cosmetic ingredient used as hair dyeing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Phenol, 2,2'-methylenebis[4-amino-], dihydrochloride

What does it do?

2,2'-Methylenebis-4-Aminophenol Hcl is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Hair dyeing

    colours hair, either by depositing pigment on the surface or by chemically altering the hair's natural pigment

EU regulatory status

2,2'-Methylenebis-4-Aminophenol Hcl is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is 2,2'-Methylenebis-4-Aminophenol Hcl?

2,2'-Methylenebis-4-Aminophenol Hcl is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phenol, 2,2'-methylenebis[4-amino-], dihydrochloride

Is 2,2'-Methylenebis-4-Aminophenol Hcl allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. 2,2'-Methylenebis-4-Aminophenol Hcl is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does 2,2'-Methylenebis-4-Aminophenol Hcl do in cosmetic products?

2,2'-Methylenebis-4-Aminophenol Hcl is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair dyeing.

What is the CAS number of 2,2'-Methylenebis-4-Aminophenol Hcl?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for 2,2'-Methylenebis-4-Aminophenol Hcl is 27311-52-0.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 16/11/2016