5-Amino-2,6-Dimethoxy-3-Hydroxypyridine
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair dyeing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
3-Pyridinol, 2,6-dimethoxy-5-amino-
What does it do?
5-Amino-2,6-Dimethoxy-3-Hydroxypyridine 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
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
5-Amino-2,6-Dimethoxy-3-Hydroxypyridine is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1308), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is 5-Amino-2,6-Dimethoxy-3-Hydroxypyridine?
5-Amino-2,6-Dimethoxy-3-Hydroxypyridine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 3-Pyridinol, 2,6-dimethoxy-5-amino-
Is 5-Amino-2,6-Dimethoxy-3-Hydroxypyridine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. 5-Amino-2,6-Dimethoxy-3-Hydroxypyridine is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does 5-Amino-2,6-Dimethoxy-3-Hydroxypyridine do in cosmetic products?
5-Amino-2,6-Dimethoxy-3-Hydroxypyridine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair dyeing.
What is the CAS number of 5-Amino-2,6-Dimethoxy-3-Hydroxypyridine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for 5-Amino-2,6-Dimethoxy-3-Hydroxypyridine is 104333-03-1.
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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