2,6-Diaminopyridine
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair dyeing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Pyridine-2,6-diyldiamine
What does it do?
2,6-Diaminopyridine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair dyeing
colours hair, either by depositing pigment on the surface or by chemically altering the hair's natural pigment
EU regulatory status
2,6-Diaminopyridine 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 2,6-Diaminopyridine?
2,6-Diaminopyridine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Pyridine-2,6-diyldiamine
Is 2,6-Diaminopyridine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. 2,6-Diaminopyridine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does 2,6-Diaminopyridine do in cosmetic products?
2,6-Diaminopyridine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair dyeing.
What is the CAS number of 2,6-Diaminopyridine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for 2,6-Diaminopyridine is 141-86-6.
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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: 15/10/2010