Allowed in EU

Hc Orange No. 6

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

What is it?

Pyridinium, 1,1'-(dithiodi-2,1-ethanediyl)bis[2-[(1E)-2-[4-[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]phenyl]ethenyl]-, methanesulfonate (1:2)

What does it do?

Hc Orange No. 6 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

Hc Orange No. 6 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 Hc Orange No. 6?

Hc Orange No. 6 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Pyridinium, 1,1'-(dithiodi-2,1-ethanediyl)bis[2-[(1E)-2-[4-[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]phenyl]ethenyl]-, methanesulfonate (1:2)

Is Hc Orange No. 6 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Hc Orange No. 6 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Hc Orange No. 6 do in cosmetic products?

Hc Orange No. 6 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair dyeing.

What is the CAS number of Hc Orange No. 6?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hc Orange No. 6 is 1449653-83-1.

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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: 28/07/2020