Allowed in EU

4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde

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

What is it?

Benzaldehyde, 4-hydroxy-2-methoxy-

What does it do?

4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde 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

4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde 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 4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde?

4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzaldehyde, 4-hydroxy-2-methoxy-

Is 4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. 4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does 4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde do in cosmetic products?

4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair dyeing.

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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: 30/04/2020