Banned in EU

6-Methoxy-2,3-Pyridinediamine Hcl

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

What is it?

2,3-Pyridinediamine, 6-Methoxy-, Dihydrochloride

What does it do?

6-Methoxy-2,3-Pyridinediamine 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

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

6-Methoxy-2,3-Pyridinediamine Hcl is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1212), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.

Frequently asked questions

What is 6-Methoxy-2,3-Pyridinediamine Hcl?

6-Methoxy-2,3-Pyridinediamine Hcl is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2,3-Pyridinediamine, 6-Methoxy-, Dihydrochloride

Is 6-Methoxy-2,3-Pyridinediamine Hcl allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. 6-Methoxy-2,3-Pyridinediamine Hcl is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does 6-Methoxy-2,3-Pyridinediamine Hcl do in cosmetic products?

6-Methoxy-2,3-Pyridinediamine Hcl is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair dyeing.

What is the CAS number of 6-Methoxy-2,3-Pyridinediamine Hcl?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for 6-Methoxy-2,3-Pyridinediamine Hcl is 94166-62-8.

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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